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BNZ 8636

1996 Vauxhall Frontera

Grey Diesel 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,059 mi
Last recorded139,059 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Frontera99,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 8636
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 139,059 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 137,080 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 133,455 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 128,729 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 123,871 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jan 2012 123,871 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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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BNZ 8636 is a 1996 Vauxhall Frontera in Grey with a 2,771cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 99,078 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 BNZ 8636, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNZ 8636?

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What year was BNZ 8636 registered?

BNZ 8636 is a 1996 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 9 August 1996.

Is BNZ 8636 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 8636 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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