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F874 BJW

1989 Lada Samara

Blue Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,929 mi
Last recorded1,929 miles
Recorded on30 May 2020
Typical for 1989 Lada Samara38,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF874 BJW
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2020 1,929 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 1,820 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 16,320 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 1,452 miles

advise wipers slow 2 oprate

Pass 26 May 2016 958 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 957 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2 (8.2.2)

IMPORTANT. Do not use failure or PRS against this item. For fuel system defects please enter 5748 in the 'Find item' box above. (9.7)

Pass 27 May 2015 954 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 18 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 96,584 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 95,973 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2012 95,973 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 94,361 miles

floor painted new calpers fited

Pass 27 May 2010 93,628 miles

petrol rubber filler neck damp and cracked

rear shock absorber lower bushes cracked

slight play in track rod to steering rack

Pass 28 May 2009 93,169 miles

near side rear door does not open

Pass 17 Jun 2008 92,641 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 92,641 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 25 May 2007 92,090 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 92,090 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2006 90,879 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 89,309 miles

How Reliable is the Lada Samara?

Based on 2,474 MOT tests across 717 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
1,026
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
717
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 344
Brake pipe excessively corroded 171
constant velocity joint gaiter split 162
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 145
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 137
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F874 BJW is a 1989 Lada Samara in Blue with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 38,037 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lada Samara fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 344 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F874 BJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Samara typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Lada Samara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F874 BJW registered?

F874 BJW is a 1989 Lada Samara, first registered on 6 April 1989.

Is F874 BJW safe to buy?

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