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P122 LUK

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2012
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

100,305 mi
Last recorded100,305 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP122 LUK
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2012 100,305 miles

Inner Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

oil leaks

rust & corrosion in various places

Pass 11 Feb 2011 87,771 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 87,762 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 6 Dec 2010 87,604 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside inner taillamp inoperative

Pass 12 Oct 2009 82,754 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 82,740 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

nearside rear inner sidelight inop

slight play in nearside inner rack knuckle

Pass 1 Sep 2008 76,074 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 76,074 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

engine smokey

indicator lamps nearly white

Pass 7 Sep 2007 72,496 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 67,597 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 67,525 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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P122 LUK is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 79,155 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 P122 LUK, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P122 LUK is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 28 March 1997.

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