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FN55 WUV

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

117,529 mi
Last recorded117,529 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 WUV
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 22 Jul 2020 117,529 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 117,094 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 102,938 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 102,938 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 95,800 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 17 Aug 2017 95,795 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 15 Aug 2016 88,614 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 79,190 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 79,190 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 70,759 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 60,922 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 56,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 56,374 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 50,726 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 56,050 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 44,690 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 44,690 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 37,812 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 30,172 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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FN55 WUV is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FN55 WUV, 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 FN55 WUV registered?

FN55 WUV is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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