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P323 YFJ

1997 Lada Niva

Blue Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,636 mi
Last recorded50,636 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Lada Niva41,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP323 YFJ
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2006 50,636 miles

Advises as per original mot

Fail 5 Sep 2006 50,630 miles

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

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Free play in steering near limit

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Front suspension components starting to corrode

Gearbox oil leaks

Nearside door corroded

Nearside front tyre starting to perish

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside front tyre cut on treads

Slight play in both inner and outer track rod ends offside front

Slight screen damage

Transfer box leaking oil

Pass 23 Sep 2005 48,660 miles

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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P323 YFJ is a 1997 Lada Niva in Blue with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P323 YFJ, 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 P323 YFJ registered?

P323 YFJ is a 1997 Lada Niva, first registered on 18 January 1997.

Is P323 YFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P323 YFJ 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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