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S97 VCR

1999 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,430 mi
Last recorded155,430 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2006
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera78,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS97 VCR
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2006 155,430 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 26 Oct 2006 155,428 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 Sep 2005 146,267 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings †front brake pads look low †front brake discs worn

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Frontera?

Based on 474,664 MOT tests across 60,850 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
5,158
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
60,850
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 59,436
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,151
position lamp(s) not working 17,886
Stop lamp not working 16,074
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,437
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S97 VCR is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 78,720 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 Frontera fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 59,436 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S97 VCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Frontera typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 27 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S97 VCR registered?

S97 VCR is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S97 VCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S97 VCR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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