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P422 RKX

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,400 mi
Last recorded102,400 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP422 RKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2013 102,400 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2013 102,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 99,059 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 99,059 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 92,101 miles

rusted steel brake pipes floor light rust play in suspension

Pass 16 Apr 2010 87,736 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 81,903 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 76,008 miles

slight play in steering wheel

Pass 31 May 2007 70,923 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 64,935 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 59,436 miles

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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P422 RKX is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P422 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 P422 RKX registered?

P422 RKX is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P422 RKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P422 RKX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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