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L974 SDU

1993 Lada Niva

White Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,598 mi
Last recorded5,598 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2008
Typical for 1993 Lada Niva47,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL974 SDU
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2008 5,598 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 5,598 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Lada Niva?

Based on 2,766 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,339
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
Brake pipe excessively corroded 167
Stop lamp not working 127
Headlamp aim too low 115
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L974 SDU is a 1993 Lada Niva in White with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Lada Niva models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 47,703 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 Lada Niva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L974 SDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Niva typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 33 years old, this Lada Niva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L974 SDU registered?

L974 SDU is a 1993 Lada Niva, first registered on 22 October 1993.

Is L974 SDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L974 SDU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L974 SDU have outstanding finance?

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