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R973 EDM

1997 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2012
Tests16 (7 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate43.8%

Mileage

79,662 mi
Last recorded79,662 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Tigra79,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR973 EDM
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

7 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2011 79,662 miles

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

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

sill covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 17 Mar 2011 79,662 miles

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

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

sill covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 14 Mar 2011 79,634 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

(2.3.1b)The power steering pump has a slight seepage of fluid present,also the steering rack gaiters are soiled in appearance

(3.5.1b)The offside rear parking brake cables strands are deteriorating through the axle guide bush,it appears they could soon require attention

(5.2.6)The offside and the nearside lower outer sills have protective covers fitted.The offside sill as far as can be seen has corrosion forming which could soon require attention,

(6.1.4)The offside front lower outer wing has corrosion forming,it appears that it could soon require attention

(7.1.2a)The exhaust system at the front has a slight leak present

(8.2.3)The nearside front windscreen washers are ready for service and adjustments

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

the nearside lower outer sill has been painted over where previous welding repairs was required.As far as can be seen repairs have been carried out

Fail 10 Mar 2011 79,630 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

(2.3.1b)The power steering pump has a slight seepage of fluid present.The steering rack gaiters are soiled in appearance

(3.5.1b)The offside rear parking brake cable as far as can be seen within the locating guide is deteriorating,it appears that further investigations should be carried out and a replacement cable fitted if necessary

(3.7.2d)The front brakes out of balance during their application are at 22%,it appears that they are ready for service/repairs

(5.2.6)The offside lower outer sill as far as can be seen has surface corrosion present along its length behind its protective cover

(6.1.4)The offside front lower outer wing has corrosion forming,it appears that it will soon require attention

(7.1.2a)The front exhaust system has a slight leak present

(8.2.3)The nearside front windscreen washer(s) are ready for service and adjustments

ITEMS SEEN AT TIME OF RETEST

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

Fail 4 Mar 2011 79,589 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

(2.3.1b)The power steering pump has a slight seepage of fluid present.The steering rack gaiters are soiled in appearance

(2.4C.1b)The offside and the nearside rear suspension springs are corroded in appearance,it appears they are becoming ready for renewal

(5.2.6)The offside lower outer sill as far as can be seen has surface corrosion present along its length behind its protective cover

(6.1.4)The offside front lower outer wing has corrosion forming,it appears that it will soon require attention

(7.1.2a)The front exhaust system has a slight leak present

(8.2.3)The nearside front windscreen washer(s) are ready for service and adjustments

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

Pass 5 Mar 2010 74,518 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

advise both rear drop sills starting to deteriate + corrode

Pass 4 Mar 2009 70,948 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 70,947 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 68,338 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 68,338 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 64,907 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 64,360 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 64,360 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 59,942 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 59,942 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R973 EDM is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 43.8%.

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

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 R973 EDM, 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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R973 EDM is a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 21 November 1997.

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