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R553 ADX

1997 Vauxhall Tigr

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigr83,748 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR553 ADX
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2008

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 71,174 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 71,171 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

bad oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2006 62,036 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Tigr?

Based on 1,917 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

58.6%
Pass Rate
6,054
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 176
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 115
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 111
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R553 ADX is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigr in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Tigr models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 83,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Tigr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R553 ADX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Tigr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Tigr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R553 ADX registered?

R553 ADX is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigr, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R553 ADX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R553 ADX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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