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NX55 TXE

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,779 mi
Last recorded48,779 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX55 TXE
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 48,779 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2025 47,557 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 46,631 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 45,071 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 44,481 miles

Coolant Level Very Low

Coolant leak Radiator

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 43,680 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2021 43,680 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 43,644 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 43,585 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 43,060 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 41,658 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 38,910 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 35,242 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 32,999 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 27,778 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 24,042 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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NX55 TXE is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NX55 TXE, 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 NX55 TXE registered?

NX55 TXE is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is NX55 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX55 TXE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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