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R31 DJW

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,168 mi
Last recorded108,168 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 DJW
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2011 108,168 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 103,485 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 96,825 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 96,825 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 89,731 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 82,823 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn & lipped

both front tyre wearing slightly on inner edges

front brake pads getting down

n/s rear tyre tread getting down

plastic covers over both outer sills obstructing view

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

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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R31 DJW is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 79,155 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 R31 DJW, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R31 DJW registered?

R31 DJW is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R31 DJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 DJW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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