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SVN 161D

1996 Buick Riviera

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

80,625 mi
Last recorded80,625 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Buick Riviera97,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVN 161D
MakeBuick
ModelRiviera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 80,625 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 79,585 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 78,812 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 77,882 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 77,207 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 77,193 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 77,049 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 76,628 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 May 2011 76,628 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 766,066 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 76,162 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 75,407 miles

Crack in screen more than 40cms. but outside of swept area

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

Pass 11 May 2006 74,354 miles

How Reliable is the Buick Riviera?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
553
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 13
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
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SVN 161D is a 1996 Buick Riviera in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Buick Riviera models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 97,326 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buick Riviera fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SVN 161D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buick Riviera typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Buick Riviera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SVN 161D registered?

SVN 161D is a 1996 Buick Riviera, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is SVN 161D safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVN 161D shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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