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T282 BFP

1999 Vauxhall Frontera

Red Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2025
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

66,988 mi
Last recorded66,988 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera78,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT282 BFP
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 66,988 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 66,960 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 63,640 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 63,367 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 63,175 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 63,107 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 62,248 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 62,248 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 60,816 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 58,576 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 58,576 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 57,283 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 55,528 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 55,528 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 54,096 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 52,681 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 52,681 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 51,859 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 49,995 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 49,995 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 22 Sep 2010 47,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 47,271 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 45,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 45,620 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 42,078 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 42,078 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 38,413 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 38,413 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 34,876 miles

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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T282 BFP is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera in Red with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 T282 BFP, 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 T282 BFP registered?

T282 BFP is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 25 June 1999.

Is T282 BFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T282 BFP shows 29 tests with a 65.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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