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MP55 BYG

2004 Lada Niva

Green Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

40,807 mi
Last recorded40,807 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP55 BYG
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 40,807 miles

corrosen all over body

n/s/r and o/s/f rear brake corroded

Fail 6 Mar 2025 72,145 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and rear inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill and floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and rear inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all four suspension springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of two (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both flexys (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 72,144 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/lower wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded All four suspension springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of two pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material two pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front steering drag link slight play

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine & gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 70,151 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all four suspension springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under arch rear of two pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under arch both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Jul 2023 70,148 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded viewed under arch front pipe of two (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded two brake pipes connecting to rear compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Coil spring corroded all four suspension springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material viewed under arch rear pipe of two (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material viewed under arch both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills both n/s & o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 65,641 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 65,641 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2021 57,744 miles

Central Rear DIFFERENTAL has slight oil leak

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 May 2021 57,744 miles

Central Rear DIFFERENTAL has slight oil leak

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 55,872 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 55,872 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Belt jammed in re-tractor reel (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 46,851 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 27,027 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 21,966 miles

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

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

Rear diff leaking oil

Pass 22 Mar 2016 19,033 miles

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

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

Rear diff leaking

Pass 1 Apr 2015 12,700 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 7,848 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 4,852 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 2,287 miles

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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MP55 BYG is a 2004 Lada Niva in Green with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 MP55 BYG, 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 22 years old, this Lada Niva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MP55 BYG is a 2004 Lada Niva, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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