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VE55 FKU

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,121 mi
Last recorded77,121 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 FKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 77,121 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 77,121 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2019 73,886 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 69,804 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing/worn on edge

Pass 31 Mar 2017 61,579 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 57,683 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 52,484 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 52,484 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 44,635 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 44,635 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2013 34,741 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 31,015 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 27,394 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 21,633 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2008 16,246 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Tigra?

Based on 654,705 MOT tests across 55,160 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,652
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
55,160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,142
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,988
Stop lamp not working 17,550
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,222
position lamp(s) not working 14,989
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VE55 FKU is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 55,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Tigra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE55 FKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Tigra typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE55 FKU registered?

VE55 FKU is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is VE55 FKU safe to buy?

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