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R730 PNN

1997 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

104,556 mi
Last recorded104,556 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Frontera89,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR730 PNN
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 104,556 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 102,623 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 100,991 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 99,141 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 97,697 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 96,159 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 94,744 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 93,610 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 92,033 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 89,675 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 87,737 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 85,352 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 85,344 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 83,395 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Jun 2013 81,380 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 79,701 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2011 78,053 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 75,409 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 72,174 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 71,382 miles

slight blow on exhaust manifold

Pass 5 Jun 2007 69,234 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 67,272 miles

corrosion showing on rear back box

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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R730 PNN is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R730 PNN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R730 PNN registered?

R730 PNN is a 1997 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R730 PNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R730 PNN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R730 PNN have outstanding finance?

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