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R217 KPR

1997 Vauxhall Arena

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

188,051 mi
Last recorded188,051 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Arena95,387 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 KPR
MakeVauxhall
ModelArena
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2007 188,051 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Apr 2007 188,034 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Arena?

Based on 16,117 MOT tests across 2,164 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
4,138
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,514
Registration plate lamp not working 842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 802
wheel bearing rough when rotated 744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 731
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R217 KPR is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Arena models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 95,387 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 Arena fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,514 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R217 KPR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Arena typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Arena is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R217 KPR registered?

R217 KPR is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R217 KPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R217 KPR shows 2 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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