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R980 VGM

1998 Vauxhall Tigra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,239 mi
Last recorded71,239 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Tigra72,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 VGM
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2012 71,239 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 71,239 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 71,187 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 70,398 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 65,035 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 60,236 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 53,347 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 49,521 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 41,741 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 41,741 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

odd wheel fitted to n/s/r

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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R980 VGM is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R980 VGM, 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.

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What year was R980 VGM registered?

R980 VGM is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R980 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R980 VGM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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