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SA55 MHJ

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

111,614 mi
Last recorded111,614 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA55 MHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 111,614 miles

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

Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

n/s/f brake slight grab

o/s/r tyre wearing out of shape

rear brake application slightly uneven

Pass 26 Feb 2015 100,399 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 100,399 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 89,746 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 75,885 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 75,884 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 66,717 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

slight seepage of grease from nearside c/v gaiter

Pass 19 Aug 2010 44,156 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 44,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 20,260 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 20,259 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 18,779 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 18,779 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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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SA55 MHJ is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SA55 MHJ, 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.

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What year was SA55 MHJ registered?

SA55 MHJ is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is SA55 MHJ safe to buy?

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