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R254 POE

1998 Vauxhall Arena

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,120 mi
Last recorded113,120 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Arena89,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR254 POE
MakeVauxhall
ModelArena
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2009 113,120 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 112,069 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 105,509 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 97,510 miles

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

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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R254 POE is a 1998 Vauxhall Arena in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Arena models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 89,410 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R254 POE, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Arena is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R254 POE registered?

R254 POE is a 1998 Vauxhall Arena, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R254 POE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R254 POE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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