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R589 AYC

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

41,574 mi
Last recorded41,574 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR589 AYC
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 41,574 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 2 Sep 2026 41,574 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Offside Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 41,173 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 40,459 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 40,037 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 40,037 miles

Central Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 38,987 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 38,987 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 38,515 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 38,515 miles

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking going to fuel filter (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 38,205 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 38,205 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 37,832 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 37,832 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 37,650 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 37,650 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 16 Nov 2011 37,411 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 37,411 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 37,086 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 37,086 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 36,682 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 36,580 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 36,580 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2007 35,891 miles

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 35,891 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 34,603 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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R589 AYC is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R589 AYC, 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 R589 AYC registered?

R589 AYC is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R589 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R589 AYC shows 26 tests with a 57.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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