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AG08 JFN

2008 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,641 mi
Last recorded23,641 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Tigra50,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 JFN
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 23,641 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 23,041 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 22,525 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 21,994 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 21,994 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 21,355 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 20,574 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 20,574 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 19,792 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 19,163 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 17,690 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 16,296 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 14,690 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 13,064 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 11,447 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 9,492 miles

Engine noise herd on test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 7,785 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 5,735 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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AG08 JFN is a 2008 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AG08 JFN, 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 AG08 JFN registered?

AG08 JFN is a 2008 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AG08 JFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG08 JFN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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