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W486 SBM

2000 Vauxhall Frontera

Green Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,419 mi
Last recorded131,419 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Frontera76,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW486 SBM
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 131,419 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 131,419 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 128,561 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 128,561 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 126,481 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 125,381 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 120,384 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 120,384 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 114,884 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 114,884 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 111,264 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 110,776 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 108,881 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 106,841 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 106,836 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 105,764 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 105,720 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 103,174 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 103,174 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 94,807 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 87,708 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 78,984 miles

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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W486 SBM is a 2000 Vauxhall Frontera in Green with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 76,256 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W486 SBM, 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 26 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W486 SBM registered?

W486 SBM is a 2000 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W486 SBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W486 SBM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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