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V397 FLK

1999 Vauxhall Frontera

White Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,059 mi
Last recorded131,059 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera78,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV397 FLK
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 131,059 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 120,081 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 114,497 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear brake discs pitted

Pass 6 Apr 2011 114,497 miles

both rear brake discs pitted

Pass 28 Apr 2010 111,562 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 104,735 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 103,039 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 100,350 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 97,268 miles

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

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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V397 FLK is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera in White with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V397 FLK, 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 V397 FLK registered?

V397 FLK is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 14 December 1999.

Is V397 FLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V397 FLK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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