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P368 RKX

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,362 mi
Last recorded121,362 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP368 RKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2013 121,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 116,235 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion offside sill

Pass 5 Jan 2011 115,688 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 114,540 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 90,621 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 85,357 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 78,702 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 72,737 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 72,737 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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P368 RKX is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P368 RKX, 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.

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What year was P368 RKX registered?

P368 RKX is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P368 RKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P368 RKX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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