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K255 DTW

1992 Vauxhall Fronter

Black Petrol 2410cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

163,344 mi
Last recorded163,344 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2008
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Fronter127,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK255 DTW
MakeVauxhall
ModelFronter
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,410cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2008 163,344 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

steering idler has slight play in bushes

Pass 21 Jan 2006 161,819 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 161,818 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Fronter?

Based on 1,506 MOT tests across 293 vehicles.

61.6%
Pass Rate
5,828
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 263
constant velocity joint gaiter split 108
position lamp(s) not working 84
Stop lamp not working 73
Registration plate lamp not working 69
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K255 DTW is a 1992 Vauxhall Fronter in Black with a 2,410cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Fronter models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.2% with a typical mileage of 127,398 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Fronter fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K255 DTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Fronter typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Vauxhall Fronter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K255 DTW registered?

K255 DTW is a 1992 Vauxhall Fronter, first registered on 27 August 1992.

Is K255 DTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K255 DTW shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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