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P720 TAD

1996 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

132,382 mi
Last recorded132,382 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Frontera99,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP720 TAD
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2011 132,382 miles

SIDE STEPS VERY CORRODED LOST ALOT OF STRENGTH

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F AND O/S/F WHEEL BRGS

TOW BAR WELDED TOO N/S/R CHASSIC

Fail 16 Aug 2011 132,144 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

SIDE STEPS VERY CORRODED LOST ALOT OF STRENGTH

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F AND O/S/F WHEEL BRGS

TOW BAR WELDED TOO N/S/R CHASSIC

Pass 31 Aug 2010 127,800 miles

both front lower ball joint dust covers split

cat outer skin corroded

hand brake travel high

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 14 Aug 2009 122,065 miles

both rear outer brake cables splitting

center exhaust mountain brocken

front brake pads wearing thin

rear number plate light lenses brocken

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 27 Aug 2008 11,899 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 11,887 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2007 110,838 miles

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

ns front seat belt does not fully retract.

Pass 14 Aug 2007 110,838 miles

ns front seat belt does not fully retract.

Pass 8 Aug 2006 96,478 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 80,725 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Frontera?

Based on 474,664 MOT tests across 60,850 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
5,158
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
60,850
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 59,436
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,151
position lamp(s) not working 17,886
Stop lamp not working 16,074
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,437
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P720 TAD is a 1996 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,771cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 99,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Frontera fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 59,436 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P720 TAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P720 TAD registered?

P720 TAD is a 1996 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P720 TAD safe to buy?

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