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R539 TKU

1997 Vauxhall Arena

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,575 mi
Last recorded136,575 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2007
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Arena95,387 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR539 TKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelArena
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2007 136,575 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 133,111 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Arena?

Based on 16,117 MOT tests across 2,164 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
4,138
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,514
Registration plate lamp not working 842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 802
wheel bearing rough when rotated 744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 731
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R539 TKU is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Arena models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 95,387 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Arena fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,514 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R539 TKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R539 TKU registered?

R539 TKU is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R539 TKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R539 TKU shows 3 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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