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P179 BOD

1997 Lada Niva

White Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,227 mi
Last recorded24,227 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Lada Niva41,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 BOD
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2007 24,227 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 24,190 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nsr hub seal leaking

Pass 26 Jun 2006 22,190 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 22,190 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (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 has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

nsf brake flexi starting to crack

nsr hub seal leaking

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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P179 BOD is a 1997 Lada Niva in White with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Lada Niva models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 41,336 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 Lada Niva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P179 BOD, 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 29 years old, this Lada Niva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P179 BOD registered?

P179 BOD is a 1997 Lada Niva, first registered on 5 February 1997.

Is P179 BOD safe to buy?

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