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EK55 HZC

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

47,842 mi
Last recorded47,842 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 HZC
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 47,842 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2020 47,722 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 40,610 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2019 40,610 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205-45-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 39,405 miles

All Tyres perishing

Front discs corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2018 39,405 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

All Tyres perishing

Front discs corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2017 37,867 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 32,177 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 32,177 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 29,753 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 28,073 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 25,922 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 27 Nov 2012 25,922 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 23,028 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 19,150 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 14,963 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 14,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 11,733 miles

nearside front tyre on 3mm

nearside rear tyre side wall damage

Fail 16 Dec 2008 11,733 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre on 3mm

nearside rear tyre side wall damage

Pass 16 Dec 2008 11,733 miles

nearside front tyre 0n 3mm

nearside rear tyre side wall damaged

Fail 16 Dec 2008 11,733 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre 0n 3mm

nearside rear tyre side wall damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2008 8,053 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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EK55 HZC is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK55 HZC, 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 EK55 HZC registered?

EK55 HZC is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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