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P459 RDE

1996 Lada Samara

Red Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,208 mi
Last recorded71,208 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2007
Typical for 1996 Lada Samara35,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP459 RDE
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2007 71,208 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 71,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 63,080 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Lada Samara?

Based on 2,474 MOT tests across 717 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
1,026
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
717
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 344
Brake pipe excessively corroded 171
constant velocity joint gaiter split 162
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 145
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 137
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P459 RDE is a 1996 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 35,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lada Samara fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 344 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P459 RDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Samara typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Lada Samara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P459 RDE registered?

P459 RDE is a 1996 Lada Samara, first registered on 29 October 1996.

Is P459 RDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P459 RDE 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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