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P869 UHG

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,506 mi
Last recorded89,506 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP869 UHG
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2010 89,506 miles

battery insecure

extensive corrossion on vehicle

extensive oil leaks

slight blow from exhaust

unable to confirm quality of welding repairs du to bodykit

Fail 17 Nov 2010 89,424 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

battery insecure

extensive corrossion on vehicle

extensive oil leaks

slight blow from exhaust

Pass 18 Nov 2009 80,781 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 80,781 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 78,602 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 70,959 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 70,959 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 55,429 miles

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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P869 UHG is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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

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 P869 UHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P869 UHG registered?

P869 UHG is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 24 April 1997.

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The MOT history for P869 UHG 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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