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MJ55 UCD

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

128,602 mi
Last recorded128,602 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 UCD
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 128,602 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2023 128,587 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 125,913 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 121,924 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 121,924 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb replaced (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working repaired (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 115,490 miles

Front washers jets and pump need attention

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 5 Jul 2019 115,490 miles

Front washers jets and pump need attention

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 108,755 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 108,754 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 104,994 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 104,942 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 96,544 miles

Advise Nail in O/S/R Tyre

Advise slight exhaust blow from centre pipe but is acceptable.

Advise slight play in front steering rack.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre is wearing on the inside edge.

Pass 14 Mar 2015 90,437 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 85,987 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 85,974 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 78,685 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 78,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 68,142 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 58,043 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 58,043 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 50,898 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 44,747 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Tigra?

Based on 654,705 MOT tests across 55,160 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,652
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
55,160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,142
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,988
Stop lamp not working 17,550
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,222
position lamp(s) not working 14,989
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MJ55 UCD is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 55,122 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 Tigra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ55 UCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Tigra typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MJ55 UCD is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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