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P497 WUB

1997 Lada Riva

Blue Lpg 1452cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,122 mi
Last recorded75,122 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2006
Typical for 1997 Lada Riva35,269 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP497 WUB
MakeLada
ModelRiva
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,452cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2006 75,122 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 74,430 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

How Reliable is the Lada Riva?

Based on 3,646 MOT tests across 767 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
892
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 365
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 179
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 162
Brake pipe excessively corroded 138
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 138
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P497 WUB is a 1997 Lada Riva in Blue with a 1,452cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Lada Riva models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 35,269 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lada Riva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P497 WUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Riva typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Lada Riva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P497 WUB registered?

P497 WUB is a 1997 Lada Riva, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P497 WUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P497 WUB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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