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R171 NDP

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,205 mi
Last recorded118,205 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR171 NDP
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2014 118,205 miles

rear wheels slightly buckled

Fail 21 Jun 2014 118,205 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear wheels slightly buckled

Pass 6 Aug 2012 102,944 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 102,944 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 99,124 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 97,194 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 83,592 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 65,484 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

tracking requires check / adjustment

Fail 20 Sep 2008 65,479 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

tracking requires check / adjustment

Pass 6 Oct 2007 48,731 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 40,818 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear tyres side walls cracked

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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R171 NDP is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 R171 NDP, 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.

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What year was R171 NDP registered?

R171 NDP is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 11 October 1997.

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