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R640 EBA

1998 Vauxhall Arena

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,539 mi
Last recorded157,539 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2006
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Arena89,410 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR640 EBA
MakeVauxhall
ModelArena
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2006 157,539 miles

BOTH REAR WHEEL ARCHS CORRODING

PLAY IN N/S BOTTOM BALL JOINT

PLAY IN N/S OF STEERING RACK

SLIGHT BLOW ON EXHAUST

Pass 9 Mar 2006 154,139 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

slight wear rack and pinion

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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R640 EBA is a 1998 Vauxhall Arena in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Arena models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 89,410 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 R640 EBA, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Arena is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R640 EBA registered?

R640 EBA is a 1998 Vauxhall Arena, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R640 EBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R640 EBA shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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