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R461 MGK

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,623 mi
Last recorded57,623 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR461 MGK
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 57,623 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

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

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 57,623 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

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

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 55,647 miles

FRONT NO PLATE STAINED

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Sep 2011 55,647 miles

FRONT NO PLATE STAINED

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 51,296 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 50,016 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 47,113 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 44,370 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 44,370 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 40,659 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 40,659 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 40,558 miles

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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R461 MGK is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R461 MGK, 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 R461 MGK registered?

R461 MGK is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R461 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R461 MGK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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