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R389 MKX

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,128 mi
Last recorded97,128 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 MKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2020 97,128 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 96,571 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 94,832 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 94,074 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 93,091 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 91,168 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 86,691 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 81,208 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 76,257 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 70,738 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 70,734 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 66,089 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 62,633 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 57,379 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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R389 MKX is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R389 MKX, 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 R389 MKX registered?

R389 MKX is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R389 MKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 MKX shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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