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V546 TNH

1999 Vauxhall Frontera

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

87,413 mi
Last recorded87,413 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera78,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV546 TNH
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 87,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Slight Oil Leak

Slight Play Inner Rack Joints

Fail 27 Mar 2017 87,335 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil inner face (3.5.1h)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Battery poorly secured

Chassis corroded

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake backplate wet suspect leaks advise further inspection

Power steering pipes corroded

Rear coil springs corroded

Unable to test rear seatbelts

Various brake pipes greased unable to fully inspect for corrosion

Pass 30 Mar 2016 83,059 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 83,048 miles

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

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

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 76,993 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 76,993 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 74,820 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 74,817 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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 18 Jan 2013 66,885 miles

front screen has minor damage, low and out of driver line of sight

Pass 9 May 2012 66,654 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all brake discs show some rusting to surfaces

front screen has minor damage out of drivers view

hazard light switch intermitantly fails to operate

Pass 4 Oct 2011 66,121 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r restricting seat belt inspection

front screen damaged but not in drivers view

Pass 24 Sep 2010 63,638 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 51,017 miles

TYRES..both rears show considerable perish cracking, o/s/f worn too limit on both edges of tread and shows some perish cracking,advise 3 tyres replaced

c/v giaters starting to deteriorate

exhaust leaking at rear joint

metal brake pipes above centre silencer show corrossion, replacement advised

n/s mirror glass cracked

Pass 3 Oct 2008 42,945 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 42,941 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Both rear tyres cracked and perished on sidewalls.

Nearside front brake pads close to limits.

Pass 8 Jun 2007 38,538 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 32,423 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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V546 TNH is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 V546 TNH, 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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V546 TNH is a 1999 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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