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P508 GMH

1996 Vauxhall Fronter

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

159,376 mi
Last recorded159,376 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Fronter96,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP508 GMH
MakeVauxhall
ModelFronter
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2009 159,376 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2009 159,376 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fail 3 Oct 2008 159,364 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine unable to idle (suspect idle valve)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 150,552 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 143,140 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 143,140 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Fronter?

Based on 1,506 MOT tests across 293 vehicles.

61.6%
Pass Rate
5,828
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 263
constant velocity joint gaiter split 108
position lamp(s) not working 84
Stop lamp not working 73
Registration plate lamp not working 69
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P508 GMH is a 1996 Vauxhall Fronter in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Fronter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 96,718 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 Vauxhall Fronter fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P508 GMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Fronter typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Vauxhall Fronter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P508 GMH registered?

P508 GMH is a 1996 Vauxhall Fronter, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P508 GMH safe to buy?

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