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H829 DBK

1991 Lada Riva

White Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

80,693 mi
Last recorded80,693 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Lada Riva33,691 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH829 DBK
MakeLada
ModelRiva
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 80,693 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 80,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 76,689 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

long foot brake travel

Fail 23 Dec 2019 76,689 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

long foot brake travel

Pass 26 Sep 2018 75,684 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2018 75,684 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2017 72,122 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 68,742 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 68,715 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 68,504 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 68,068 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 67,623 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 66,968 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 66,497 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 65,911 miles

front number plate slight blemish

Pass 21 Dec 2007 64,950 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 64,168 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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H829 DBK is a 1991 Lada Riva in White with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1991 Lada Riva models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 33,691 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H829 DBK, 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 35 years old, this Lada Riva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H829 DBK registered?

H829 DBK is a 1991 Lada Riva, first registered on 14 January 1991.

Is H829 DBK safe to buy?

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