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HGU 424J

1997 Buick Riviera

Grey Petrol 7600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,880 mi
Last recorded64,880 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 424J
MakeBuick
ModelRiviera
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 64,880 miles

slight play in front steering joints

Pass 26 Oct 2016 64,836 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 64,721 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing slightly noisy

rear brake imbalance requirements just meet o/s trailing

Pass 27 Oct 2014 64,698 miles

o/s front wheelbearing slightly noisey

Pass 29 Oct 2013 64,477 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 64,376 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 64,296 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 64,229 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 64,134 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 64,023 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 63,903 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 63,903 miles

Nearside Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 63,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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HGU 424J is a 1997 Buick Riviera in Grey with a 7,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HGU 424J, 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.

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What year was HGU 424J registered?

HGU 424J is a 1997 Buick Riviera, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is HGU 424J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 424J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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