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R237 TCJ

1998 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

173,881 mi
Last recorded173,881 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Frontera83,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 TCJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2013 173,881 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 173,881 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 169,751 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 169,751 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 162,708 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 156,492 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 156,492 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 141,895 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 141,895 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 127,582 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 127,582 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Jun 2007 115,123 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 115,123 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 101,950 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 101,950 miles

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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R237 TCJ is a 1998 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 83,777 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 Frontera fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 59,436 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R237 TCJ, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R237 TCJ registered?

R237 TCJ is a 1998 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R237 TCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 TCJ shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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