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PX05 VEP

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

76,526 mi
Last recorded76,526 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 VEP
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 76,526 miles

Items removed prior to test

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre more than ten years old - dated 2008

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive From oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering column universal joint

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Excessive play ()

Fail 22 Jun 2023 76,525 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed prior to test

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre more than ten years old - dated 2008

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive From oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering column universal joint

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Excessive play ()

Pass 30 Jun 2022 71,929 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 71,925 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 68,095 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and slightley knocking (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 63,178 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play slightly knocking (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 59,429 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 53,239 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2018 53,239 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 45,872 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 39,186 miles

Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn n/s & o/s front (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 33,903 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 33,339 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 33,247 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 33,247 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 31,197 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 26,858 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 21,946 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 Dec 2010 21,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 18,311 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 13,722 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 9,905 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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PX05 VEP is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 55,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PX05 VEP, 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 21 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PX05 VEP registered?

PX05 VEP is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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