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R192 TBM

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2012
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,049 mi
Last recorded127,049 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR192 TBM
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2011 127,049 miles

rear exhaust rusty=rear drop links worn=underside rusty=outriggers rusty

Pass 27 Oct 2010 122,053 miles

exhaust rusty--side steps rusty

Pass 26 Apr 2010 119,255 miles

underside rusty--exhaust rusty/blowing at centre

Fail 1 May 2009 113,280 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

osr outer door handle missing

Pass 1 May 2009 113,280 miles

osr outer door handle missing

Fail 28 Apr 2008 106,857 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 106,857 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 99,468 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 89,328 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 89,328 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front service brake inbalance evident

rear service brake inbalance evident

Fail 14 Nov 2005 80,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 80,341 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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R192 TBM is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R192 TBM, 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 R192 TBM registered?

R192 TBM is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R192 TBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R192 TBM shows 12 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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