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R289 ADV

1998 Vauxhall Frontera

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,549 mi
Last recorded62,549 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Frontera83,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 ADV
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 62,549 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 62,549 miles

Braking system leaking rear bake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 62,234 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 61,862 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2013 61,466 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 61,017 miles

rear part deterioated exhuast

Pass 21 May 2011 60,638 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 60,132 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 59,389 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 58,691 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 58,116 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 56,619 miles

front No plate fading

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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R289 ADV is a 1998 Vauxhall Frontera in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R289 ADV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R289 ADV registered?

R289 ADV is a 1998 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R289 ADV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 ADV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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