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P854 VDS

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,816 mi
Last recorded63,816 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP854 VDS
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2008 63,816 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Coolant leak

all brake hose furrules in an advanced state of corrosion

structure in an advanced state of corrosion

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2008 63,815 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Outer Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Coolant leak

structure in an advanced state of corrosion

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2007 58,401 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 53,411 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 53,401 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2005 36,293 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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P854 VDS is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 89,278 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 P854 VDS, 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 29 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 P854 VDS registered?

P854 VDS is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 17 May 1997.

Is P854 VDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P854 VDS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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