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P294 LKL

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,788 mi
Last recorded38,788 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP294 LKL
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 38,788 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 38,672 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 38,528 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 38,351 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 38,122 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 38,122 miles

Rear Engine mounting missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 37,863 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 37,477 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 36,855 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 36,196 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 35,699 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 35,005 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 34,307 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 33,620 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 33,070 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 32,420 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 32,375 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)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r tyre is cracking

o/s/r tyre is cracking

Pass 28 Jan 2011 31,834 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 31,321 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 30,838 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 30,273 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 29,792 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 29,792 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 29,207 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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P294 LKL is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P294 LKL, 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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What year was P294 LKL registered?

P294 LKL is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 22 February 1997.

Is P294 LKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P294 LKL shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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