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R521 DFA

1997 Vauxhall Fronter

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,091 mi
Last recorded83,091 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Fronter81,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR521 DFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelFronter
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2008 83,091 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 77,122 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 72,872 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 72,861 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

fuel tank top support strap is broken

Pass 10 Jun 2005 67,034 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Fronter?

Based on 1,506 MOT tests across 293 vehicles.

61.6%
Pass Rate
5,828
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 263
constant velocity joint gaiter split 108
position lamp(s) not working 84
Stop lamp not working 73
Registration plate lamp not working 69
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R521 DFA is a 1997 Vauxhall Fronter in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Fronter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 81,808 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Fronter fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R521 DFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Fronter typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Fronter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R521 DFA registered?

R521 DFA is a 1997 Vauxhall Fronter, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R521 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R521 DFA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R521 DFA have outstanding finance?

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