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BK08 UTW

2008 Vauxhall Tigra

Red Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

46,850 mi
Last recorded46,850 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Tigra50,653 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 UTW
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 46,850 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 43,422 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 38,142 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 38,142 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 35,383 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 32,496 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 30,288 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake discs worn

Pass 5 May 2018 18,838 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 May 2018 18,838 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 14,345 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre worn and splitting on inner edge

Pass 10 Mar 2016 10,424 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 9,596 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 8,495 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2013 6,778 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 6,778 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 5,955 miles

OFFSIDE REAR PARKING BRAKE SLOW IN OPERATION,BRAKE OPERATION GOOD REQUIRES ADJUSTMENT.

Pass 11 Mar 2011 5,394 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 5,394 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BK08 UTW is a 2008 Vauxhall Tigra in Red with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BK08 UTW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK08 UTW registered?

BK08 UTW is a 2008 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is BK08 UTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 UTW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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