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S879 HUD

1998 Vauxhall Tigra

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,905 mi
Last recorded51,905 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Tigra72,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS879 HUD
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 51,905 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 47,424 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 47,424 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 44,226 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 43,337 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 43,337 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2011 42,001 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 42,001 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 40,422 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 40,422 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 38,592 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 36,735 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 34,436 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 34,436 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 31,763 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2005 29,495 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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S879 HUD is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S879 HUD, 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 S879 HUD registered?

S879 HUD is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S879 HUD safe to buy?

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