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BG08 VBV

2008 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,308 mi
Last recorded48,308 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Tigra50,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VBV
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 48,308 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 42,110 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 37,011 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 37,000 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 37,000 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 35,496 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 31,506 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 29,143 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 26,569 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 22,512 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Apr 2013 16,677 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 14,131 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 10,276 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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BG08 VBV is a 2008 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BG08 VBV, 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 BG08 VBV registered?

BG08 VBV is a 2008 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BG08 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 VBV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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