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RF55 SJU

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,015 mi
Last recorded35,015 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 SJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 35,015 miles

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all front and rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 29,145 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 29,009 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 29,001 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 28,962 miles

Rear stop lamp intermittent fault

Pass 14 Sep 2021 28,873 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 28,516 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear suspension rusty

Pass 16 Sep 2019 27,895 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 27,139 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 26,228 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 25,177 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 23,875 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 22,539 miles

o/s/f c.v gaiter slightly loose

Fail 24 Sep 2013 21,156 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 21,156 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 19,836 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 19,836 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 18,560 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 16,440 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 13,500 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 10,120 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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RF55 SJU is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 55,122 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 RF55 SJU, 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 21 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF55 SJU registered?

RF55 SJU is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RF55 SJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 SJU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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