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P749 LWG

1997 Lada Riva

Red Petrol 1452cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,725 mi
Last recorded34,725 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2006
Typical for 1997 Lada Riva35,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP749 LWG
MakeLada
ModelRiva
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,452cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2006 34,725 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 34,634 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

engine running very rough and noisy, idle speed erratic.

free play in steering box almost at failure limit.

oil leak from rear axle pinion seal.

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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P749 LWG is a 1997 Lada Riva in Red with a 1,452cc petrol 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 P749 LWG, 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 P749 LWG registered?

P749 LWG is a 1997 Lada Riva, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P749 LWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P749 LWG 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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