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S668 DCB

1998 Vauxhall Tigra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

18,808 mi
Last recorded18,808 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Tigra72,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS668 DCB
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 18,808 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 18,616 miles

revers lights inop

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 4 Aug 2023 18,572 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 18,473 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 18,376 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 18,275 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 18,145 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 17,966 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 17,842 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 17,635 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 17,394 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 17,027 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 16,535 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 16,101 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 15,471 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2011 15,471 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 14,676 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 13,860 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 12,812 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leaks

small cut n/s/f tyre sidewall

Fail 15 Sep 2008 12,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leaks

small cut n/s/f tyre sidewall

Pass 13 Sep 2007 11,741 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 10,418 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 10,418 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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S668 DCB is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 S668 DCB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S668 DCB registered?

S668 DCB is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S668 DCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S668 DCB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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