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P983 LAC

1996 Vauxhall Frontera

Green Diesel 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,373 mi
Last recorded150,373 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2018
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Frontera99,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP983 LAC
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2018 150,373 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 137,533 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 135,790 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 125,555 miles

front to rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 30 Sep 2013 119,273 miles

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

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

all tyres cracking in tread

corrosion to exhaust system

corrosion to fuel pipes

general corrosion all under vehicle

mud under vehicle

slight play in both wheel bearings

Pass 31 Aug 2012 116,171 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 109,498 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 108,128 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 98,231 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 90,352 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 86,296 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 82,496 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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P983 LAC is a 1996 Vauxhall Frontera in Green with a 2,771cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P983 LAC, 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.

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What year was P983 LAC registered?

P983 LAC is a 1996 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 8 October 1996.

Is P983 LAC safe to buy?

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