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GV55 GKC

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Red Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,968 mi
Last recorded87,968 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 GKC
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 87,968 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 79,651 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 75,368 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 69,985 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 69,985 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 63,330 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 52,188 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 40,448 miles

all 4 tyres low on tread

Fail 19 Sep 2009 40,448 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

all 4 tyres low on tread

Pass 15 Sep 2008 28,187 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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GV55 GKC is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Red with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV55 GKC, 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 GV55 GKC registered?

GV55 GKC is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is GV55 GKC safe to buy?

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