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F724 SLH

1989 Lada Riva

Blue Petrol 1452cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,879 mi
Last recorded82,879 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Lada Riva31,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF724 SLH
MakeLada
ModelRiva
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,452cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 82,879 miles

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 31 Mar 2023 82,569 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 82,569 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp front and rear (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 82,319 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 82,319 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 81,145 miles

How Reliable is the Lada Riva?

Based on 3,646 MOT tests across 767 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
892
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 365
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 179
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 162
Brake pipe excessively corroded 138
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 138
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F724 SLH is a 1989 Lada Riva in Blue with a 1,452cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Lada Riva models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 31,588 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 Lada Riva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F724 SLH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Riva typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Lada Riva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F724 SLH registered?

F724 SLH is a 1989 Lada Riva, first registered on 17 May 1989.

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