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VK05 GUD

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

111,979 mi
Last recorded111,979 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 GUD
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 111,979 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 108,975 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 106,027 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 103,268 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 99,917 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 97,778 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 97,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 95,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 90,507 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 87,391 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 84,525 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 82,491 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 79,838 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 76,917 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 74,297 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 71,576 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 69,210 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 66,231 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 62,272 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 62,232 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 62,232 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2008 52,905 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 52,902 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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VK05 GUD is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VK05 GUD, 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 VK05 GUD registered?

VK05 GUD is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is VK05 GUD safe to buy?

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