Ligier Ambra Glx Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Ligier Ambra Glx Auto car check
Is the Ligier Ambra Glx Auto reliable? We analysed 971 real MOT tests across 169 vehicles to find out.
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The Ligier Ambra Glx Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include steering rack gaiter split, brake recording little or no effort and brake disc excessively pitted. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ligier Ambra Glx Auto.
Ligier Ambra Glx Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ligier Ambra Glx Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ligier Ambra Glx Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ligier Ambra Glx Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ligier Ambra Glx Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ligier Ambra Glx Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ligier Ambra Glx Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ligier Ambra Glx Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ligier Ambra Glx Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ligier Ambra Glx Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 67 | 68.7% | 9,575 | 14,268 | 17,262 |
| 2003 | 93 | 67.7% | 4,609 | 11,622 | 19,920 |
| 2002 | 67 | 80.6% | 6,772 | 12,628 | 17,263 |
| 2001 | 296 | 69.3% | 10,079 | 16,420 | 21,634 |
| 2000 | 356 | 66.0% | 9,927 | 17,010 | 23,132 |
| 1999 | 81 | 66.7% | 9,261 | 13,558 | 20,051 |
How Long Does a Ligier Ambra Glx Auto Last?
Based on 169 Ligier Ambra Glx Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Ligier Ambra Glx Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ligier Ambra Glx Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ligier Ambra Glx Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.6% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
66.0% MOT pass rate from 356 tests
The best year to buy a used Ligier Ambra Glx Auto is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.6% across 67 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ligier Ambra Glx Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligier Ambra Glx Auto THIS CAR | 68.4% | 971 | 15,104 mi | 27 yrs |
| Yamaha Yn 100 | 75.4% | 775 | 7,481 mi | 26 yrs |
| Moto Guzzi V65 | 81.6% | 696 | 25,848 mi | 41 yrs |
| Toyota Alphard G | 77.4% | 960 | 98,412 mi | 24 yrs |
| Harley-davidson Flstfia | 90% | 1,829 | 9,246 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yn 100 (75.4% pass rate) and the Moto Guzzi V65 (81.6% pass rate), the Ligier Ambra Glx Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ligier Ambra Glx AutoShould you buy a used Ligier Ambra Glx Auto?
The Ligier Ambra Glx Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.4% across 971 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ligier Ambra Glx Auto are steering rack gaiter split (88 recorded failures), brake recording little or no effort (64), and brake disc excessively pitted (51). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ligier Ambra Glx Auto owner drives around 1,149 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ligier Ambra Glx Auto models stay on UK roads for around 27 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.