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T226 TMW

1999 Vauxhall Frontera

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

84,316 mi
Last recorded84,316 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera78,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT226 TMW
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2019 84,316 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 84,084 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 79,878 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 74,069 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 70,260 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 67,200 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 64,021 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 64,021 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 60,858 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 54,299 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 50,969 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 46,661 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 42,559 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 39,026 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 35,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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T226 TMW is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T226 TMW, 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 T226 TMW registered?

T226 TMW is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 3 March 1999.

Is T226 TMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T226 TMW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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