CarVerify

Free Car Check

R703 WMV

1998 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,171 mi
Last recorded43,171 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Tigra72,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR703 WMV
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 43,171 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 43,171 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 42,947 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 42,262 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2018 42,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 41,914 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 41,614 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 41,113 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 40,575 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 40,038 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 39,538 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,967 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 38,083 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 37,085 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 37,083 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 36,285 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 34,987 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 32,721 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Tigra?

Based on 654,705 MOT tests across 55,160 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,652
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
55,160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,142
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,988
Stop lamp not working 17,550
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,222
position lamp(s) not working 14,989
Full Vauxhall Tigra reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R703 WMV is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 72,844 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Tigra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R703 WMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Tigra typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R703 WMV?

You can check the full history of R703 WMV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R703 WMV registered?

R703 WMV is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R703 WMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R703 WMV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R703 WMV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R703 WMV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.