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VIB 8788

1992 Vauxhall Frontera

Red Diesel 2260cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

141,337 mi
Last recorded141,337 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2012
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Frontera120,057 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 8788
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,260cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2012 141,337 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

centeral parking brake cabel is slight frayed

drivers side seat has minor movment

minor pull to the nsf wheel whilst braking

nsr tyre has just met the legal limits

osf and nsf tyres are slightly worn from the inner and outer edges

parking brake lever has minor side to side movement

surface corrosion on the lower of the car, front to rear

Pass 12 Jul 2007 130,794 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 130,783 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 118,995 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 118,995 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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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VIB 8788 is a 1992 Vauxhall Frontera in Red with a 2,260cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 120,057 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 VIB 8788, 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 34 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VIB 8788?

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What year was VIB 8788 registered?

VIB 8788 is a 1992 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 4 March 1992.

Is VIB 8788 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 8788 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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