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Y296 LBD

2001 Vauxhall Frontera

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

108,295 mi
Last recorded108,295 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera70,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY296 LBD
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 108,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front tyre- wearing inner edge

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Jun 2016 94,409 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Jun 2015 76,505 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 62,579 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 62,579 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 46,511 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 45,139 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 43,355 miles

O/S/F Brake (Binding)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 43,355 miles

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

O/S/F Brake (Binding)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 41,826 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 39,802 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 37,614 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 34,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 31,518 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 28,367 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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Y296 LBD is a 2001 Vauxhall Frontera in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 70,208 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 Y296 LBD, 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 25 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y296 LBD registered?

Y296 LBD is a 2001 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 31 July 2001.

Is Y296 LBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y296 LBD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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