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GAZ 7742

1997 Vauxhall Vectra

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,490 mi
Last recorded102,490 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Vectra106,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 7742
MakeVauxhall
ModelVectra
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2007 102,490 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)

Fail 24 Oct 2006 92,996 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 92,996 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Vectra?

Based on 7,582,833 MOT tests across 740,847 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
7,435
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
740,847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 540,198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 415,488
Registration plate lamp not working 211,691
coil spring broken 205,025
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 200,669
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GAZ 7742 is a 1997 Vauxhall Vectra in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Vectra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 106,503 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Vectra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 540,198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAZ 7742, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Vectra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Vectra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GAZ 7742?

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What year was GAZ 7742 registered?

GAZ 7742 is a 1997 Vauxhall Vectra, first registered on 24 November 1997.

Is GAZ 7742 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 7742 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GAZ 7742 have outstanding finance?

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