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R232 XVX

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,485 mi
Last recorded116,485 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 XVX
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2011 116,485 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 106,686 miles

both rear indicators turning white

both rear shocks have mist oil on them

mist oil on stearing rack

plastic side sills fitted

rear brake ferrulls corroded

Fail 8 Sep 2010 106,684 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

both rear indicators turning white

both rear shocks have mist oil on them

mist oil on stearing rack

plastic side sills fitted

rear brake ferrulls corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2009 93,825 miles

oil leak

plastic skirts fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2008 87,498 miles

mist of oil on rear shocks

Pass 12 Sep 2007 82,333 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front discs worn

front pads getting down

gear box oil leak

mist of oil on stearing rack

rear brake ferruls corroding

Fail 13 Sep 2006 80,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 80,012 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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R232 XVX is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R232 XVX, 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 R232 XVX registered?

R232 XVX is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R232 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R232 XVX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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