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P655 GPF

1996 Lada Niva

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,689 mi
Last recorded144,689 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Lada Niva44,684 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP655 GPF
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2025 144,689 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 144,489 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Lada Niva?

Based on 2,766 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,339
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
Brake pipe excessively corroded 167
Stop lamp not working 127
Headlamp aim too low 115
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P655 GPF is a 1996 Lada Niva in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Lada Niva models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.9% with a typical mileage of 44,684 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lada Niva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P655 GPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Niva typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Lada Niva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P655 GPF registered?

P655 GPF is a 1996 Lada Niva, first registered on 2 December 1996.

Is P655 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P655 GPF shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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