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R253 UAB

1997 Vauxhall Fronter

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,711 mi
Last recorded84,711 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Fronter81,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 UAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelFronter
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2008 84,711 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Oct 2008 84,711 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Sep 2007 76,654 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

centre exhaust mounting broken.

slight bind to n/s/f wheel

Pass 20 Sep 2006 69,970 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Fronter?

Based on 1,506 MOT tests across 293 vehicles.

61.6%
Pass Rate
5,828
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 263
constant velocity joint gaiter split 108
position lamp(s) not working 84
Stop lamp not working 73
Registration plate lamp not working 69
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R253 UAB is a 1997 Vauxhall Fronter in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Fronter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 81,808 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Fronter fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R253 UAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Fronter typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Fronter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R253 UAB registered?

R253 UAB is a 1997 Vauxhall Fronter, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R253 UAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R253 UAB shows 4 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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