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P29 MBU

1997 Vauxhall Arena

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,994 mi
Last recorded132,994 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2005
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Arena95,387 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP29 MBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelArena
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2005 132,994 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2005 132,916 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Arena?

Based on 16,117 MOT tests across 2,164 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
4,138
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,514
Registration plate lamp not working 842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 802
wheel bearing rough when rotated 744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 731
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P29 MBU is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Arena models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 95,387 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 Arena fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,514 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P29 MBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P29 MBU registered?

P29 MBU is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P29 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P29 MBU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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