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XAZ 2473

1998 Vauxhall Tigra

Black Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,554 mi
Last recorded49,554 miles
Recorded on6 May 2011
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Tigra72,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAZ 2473
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2011 49,554 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 46,620 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 46,620 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 44,870 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 44,186 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 44,182 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

air bag light on

Pass 30 Apr 2007 42,028 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 42,025 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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XAZ 2473 is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra in Black with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 72,844 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XAZ 2473, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAZ 2473?

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What year was XAZ 2473 registered?

XAZ 2473 is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is XAZ 2473 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAZ 2473 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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