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P768 TMX

1996 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

86,869 mi
Last recorded86,869 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Frontera99,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP768 TMX
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2011 86,869 miles

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

Inner Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 86,869 miles

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

Inner Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 85,284 miles

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

Oil leak

slight movement between fixings of drop-arm and idler-arm, needs attention

Fail 15 Feb 2010 85,284 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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

Oil leak

slight movement between fixings of drop-arm and idler-arm, needs attention

Pass 11 Mar 2009 83,995 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 83,990 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2008 81,320 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 76,545 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tow bar protecter plate slightly obscures rear no. plate

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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P768 TMX is a 1996 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P768 TMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P768 TMX registered?

P768 TMX is a 1996 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P768 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P768 TMX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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