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VU05 UPB

2005 Vauxhall Tigra

Red Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,759 mi
Last recorded70,759 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra55,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 UPB
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 70,759 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017

Nearside Front tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Jan 2016 63,706 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 61,094 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 56,769 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 53,404 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

nearside washer jet one blocked

Pass 13 Feb 2012 48,765 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 48,765 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 40,079 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 40,078 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 39,962 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 123,232 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 38,153 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 36,112 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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VU05 UPB is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra in Red with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VU05 UPB, 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 VU05 UPB registered?

VU05 UPB is a 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is VU05 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 UPB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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