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P765 NOV

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

83,630 mi
Last recorded83,630 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP765 NOV
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 83,630 miles

n/s/r inner sill scabby with corrosion

Fail 14 Mar 2024 83,630 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers split x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan , marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))

n/s/r inner sill scabby with corrosion

Pass 20 Mar 2023 82,563 miles

both outer sills scabby with corrosion

Pass 21 Mar 2022 81,384 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 80,268 miles

corrosion to both rear inner sills

exhaust seepage, re-sealed

o/s/r tyre's cracking/perishing

Pass 20 Mar 2020 79,463 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 78,215 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation present (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 78,215 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation present (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 75,949 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 73,920 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 71,105 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 67,950 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 67,950 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 64,749 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 62,159 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 60,849 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 60,849 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 59,535 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 57,125 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 54,176 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 51,491 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 48,856 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 47,118 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Tigra?

Based on 654,705 MOT tests across 55,160 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,652
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
55,160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,142
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,988
Stop lamp not working 17,550
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,222
position lamp(s) not working 14,989
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P765 NOV is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 79,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Tigra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P765 NOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Tigra typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P765 NOV registered?

P765 NOV is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P765 NOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P765 NOV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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