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W253 SMJ

2000 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,626 mi
Last recorded27,626 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Tigra62,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW253 SMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 27,626 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 27,312 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 26,603 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 26,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

plastic sideskirts fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2014 25,741 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 25,004 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 24,008 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 22,951 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 21,872 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 19,940 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 18,416 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 15,903 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 14,407 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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W253 SMJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 62,429 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 W253 SMJ, 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 26 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W253 SMJ registered?

W253 SMJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is W253 SMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W253 SMJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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