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R339 ULU

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

119,302 mi
Last recorded119,302 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR339 ULU
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 119,302 miles

under side corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2019 117,359 miles

Central Rear Boot corroded at the bottom

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 110,944 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 109,841 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 105,962 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 104,655 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 94,746 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Dec 2013 94,746 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 81,311 miles

Advanced corrosion and wear on rear brake discs

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 67,379 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 56,087 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 50,280 miles

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

Offside rear brake discs slightly rusty

Pass 3 Jan 2009 47,178 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 43,990 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 43,990 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 40,924 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 40,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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R339 ULU is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 89,278 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 R339 ULU, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R339 ULU registered?

R339 ULU is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R339 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R339 ULU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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