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EA05 WLJ

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

65,340 mi
Last recorded65,340 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 WLJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2019 65,340 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 63,114 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 61,569 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 60,486 miles

Front bumper cracked but no dangerous

Offside Front Anti-roll bar repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 58,650 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 56,799 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 52,045 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 49,920 miles

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 24 Aug 2012 43,928 miles

offside rear tyre scubbing inner edge

Pass 7 Oct 2011 36,713 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 36,705 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 7 Oct 2010 30,346 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 30,346 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 22,597 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 1,170 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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EA05 WLJ is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 55,122 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 EA05 WLJ, 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 21 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EA05 WLJ registered?

EA05 WLJ is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is EA05 WLJ safe to buy?

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