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P258 UAB

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,415 mi
Last recorded123,415 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP258 UAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2008 123,415 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 122,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 30 Mar 2007 122,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Frontera?

Based on 474,664 MOT tests across 60,850 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
5,158
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
60,850
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 59,436
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,151
position lamp(s) not working 17,886
Stop lamp not working 16,074
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,437
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P258 UAB is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 89,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Frontera fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 59,436 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P258 UAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Frontera typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P258 UAB registered?

P258 UAB is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P258 UAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P258 UAB shows 3 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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