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R823 DFA

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,132 mi
Last recorded51,132 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR823 DFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 51,132 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 50,166 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 49,067 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2024 49,042 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested parking brake cable broke during brake test (1.2.1 (g))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases suspect might also be effecting lambda (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 47,661 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2021 46,469 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust box mounting not attached properly (6.1.2 (a))

Rear inner sills corroded both sides

Pass 11 Dec 2020 44,817 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

general underbody corrosion

Fail 9 Dec 2020 44,817 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Dec 2019 43,725 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess within its runner (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess within its runner (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 41,367 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 38,595 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 35,610 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 32,615 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 28,426 miles

Oil leak

rear tyres cracking

wiper blades leaving smears

Pass 13 Dec 2013 25,600 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 21,846 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 21,462 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 21,462 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

coolant bottle empty

Pass 14 Dec 2010 21,441 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 20,741 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 20,741 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 20,659 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 20,450 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 20,450 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 19,841 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2005 19,007 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 19,007 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
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R823 DFA is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 79,155 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 R823 DFA, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R823 DFA is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 10 September 1997.

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