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P693 URO

1997 Vauxhall Arena

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,593 mi
Last recorded132,593 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Arena95,387 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP693 URO
MakeVauxhall
ModelArena
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2010 132,593 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.3.A.2)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 126,609 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Oct 2009 126,607 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 120,953 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 117,454 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 112,723 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 112,719 miles

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 107,635 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 107,635 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Arena?

Based on 16,117 MOT tests across 2,164 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
4,138
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,514
Registration plate lamp not working 842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 802
wheel bearing rough when rotated 744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 731
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P693 URO is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Arena models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 95,387 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Arena fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,514 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P693 URO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Arena typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Arena is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P693 URO registered?

P693 URO is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P693 URO safe to buy?

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