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R303 FWS

1998 Vauxhall Tigra

Yellow Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

63,772 mi
Last recorded63,772 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Tigra72,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 FWS
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2017 63,772 miles

Emissions not tested overheating (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front tyre perishing

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Offside Front tyre perishing

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 18 Apr 2016 58,397 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

rear tyres slight perishing on side walls

Pass 15 Apr 2015 53,009 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 53,009 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 50,190 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 48,386 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 48,386 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 44,106 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

surface corrosion front discs.

Pass 22 Oct 2010 39,966 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 34,057 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 27,466 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 22,066 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2008 22,066 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2007 17,489 miles

all four tyres perishing

Pass 30 Jan 2006 12,849 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all tyres slightly deteriorated

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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R303 FWS is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra in Yellow with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 72,844 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 R303 FWS, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R303 FWS registered?

R303 FWS is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R303 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R303 FWS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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