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2012 Vauxhall Ampera
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133,596 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Central Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
EV no emissions done
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
EV no emissions done
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Zero emission vehicle
Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
Zero emission vehicle
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Ampera?
Based on 14,866 MOT tests across 1,293 vehicles.
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VK12 VDX is a 2012 Vauxhall Ampera in White with a 1,398cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.
Across all 2012 Vauxhall Ampera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 73,236 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The Vauxhall Ampera typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Vauxhall Ampera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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VK12 VDX is a 2012 Vauxhall Ampera, first registered on 25 April 2012.
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