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P429 SNK

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

120,147 mi
Last recorded120,147 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP429 SNK
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2015 120,147 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 114,736 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 114,722 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Advise n/s side step rusty.

Pass 22 Nov 2013 110,571 miles

Note exhaust rattle.

Note side steps rusty.

Fail 22 Nov 2013 110,571 miles

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

Note exhaust rattle.

Note side steps rusty.

Pass 28 Nov 2012 99,003 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Nov 2012 99,003 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2011 93,327 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 82,950 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 78,147 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 73,204 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 69,422 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 65,880 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 62,565 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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P429 SNK is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P429 SNK, 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 P429 SNK registered?

P429 SNK is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is P429 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P429 SNK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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