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MK55 PGX

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,452 mi
Last recorded50,452 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK55 PGX
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 50,452 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 50,452 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 15 Feb 2014 49,173 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

REAR PARKING BRAKE SLIGHTLY STIFF MAY REQUIRE CABLES HAS JUST MET REQUIREMENT ON BOTH REAR BRAKES

Pass 15 Feb 2014 49,173 miles

REAR PARKING BRAKE SLIGHTLY STIFF MAY REQUIRE CABLES HAS JUST MET REQUIREMENT ON BOTH REAR BRAKES

Pass 22 Feb 2013 45,449 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 41,747 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 41,227 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 36,225 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 30,941 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 30,830 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 24,525 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 24,525 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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MK55 PGX is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MK55 PGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK55 PGX registered?

MK55 PGX is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is MK55 PGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK55 PGX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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