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R36 JCN

1998 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,988 mi
Last recorded132,988 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Frontera83,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 JCN
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2008 132,988 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 114,890 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 114,890 miles

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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R36 JCN is a 1998 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R36 JCN, 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

How do I check the history of R36 JCN?

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What year was R36 JCN registered?

R36 JCN is a 1998 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R36 JCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 JCN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R36 JCN have outstanding finance?

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