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H16 BWL

1997 Buick Riviera

White Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,483 mi
Last recorded147,483 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 BWL
MakeBuick
ModelRiviera
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2009 147,483 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 146,429 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 145,390 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 145,387 miles

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Buick Riviera?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
553
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 13
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
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H16 BWL is a 1997 Buick Riviera in White with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Buick Riviera fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H16 BWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buick Riviera typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Buick Riviera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H16 BWL registered?

H16 BWL is a 1997 Buick Riviera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is H16 BWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H16 BWL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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