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AB51 FUN

2008 Vauxhall Tigra

Red Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

58,421 mi
Last recorded58,421 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Tigra50,653 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB51 FUN
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 58,421 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 57,253 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 57,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 56,903 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 56,308 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 55,700 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 54,567 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 51,912 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 47,477 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 44,841 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 43,068 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 40,983 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 36,515 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 33,778 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 29,303 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 25,911 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 22,355 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Tigra?

Based on 654,705 MOT tests across 55,160 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,652
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
55,160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,142
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,988
Stop lamp not working 17,550
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,222
position lamp(s) not working 14,989
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AB51 FUN is a 2008 Vauxhall Tigra in Red with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 50,653 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Tigra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB51 FUN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Tigra typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB51 FUN registered?

AB51 FUN is a 2008 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is AB51 FUN safe to buy?

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