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P815 VFC

1996 Lada Hussar

Red Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

71,908 mi
Last recorded71,908 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 1996 Lada Hussar45,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP815 VFC
MakeLada
ModelHussar
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 71,908 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

under body heavily undersealed

Fail 9 Feb 2024 71,908 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

under body heavily undersealed

Pass 7 Feb 2023 67,042 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

under body heavily undersealed

Pass 28 Oct 2021 59,548 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 54,882 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 54,882 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2019 53,336 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear both tyres are perished

Fail 26 Jun 2019 53,333 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear both tyres are perished

Pass 17 Apr 2018 53,281 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 53,281 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 50,749 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 May 2007 50,611 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Mar 2007 50,607 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Lada Hussar?

Based on 895 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
1,400
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
Headlamp aim too low 83
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 50
Stop lamp not working 45
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P815 VFC is a 1996 Lada Hussar in Red with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1996 Lada Hussar models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 45,236 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 Hussar fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P815 VFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Hussar typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Lada Hussar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P815 VFC registered?

P815 VFC is a 1996 Lada Hussar, first registered on 6 August 1996.

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