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G171 XBK

1990 Lada Samara

Green Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,351 mi
Last recorded49,351 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Lada Samara39,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG171 XBK
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 49,351 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 49,346 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 49,186 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 49,186 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush and offside rear (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake drum in such a condition that it is seriously weakened and off side rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyers (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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G171 XBK is a 1990 Lada Samara in Green with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 39,671 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 G171 XBK, 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 36 years old, this Lada Samara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G171 XBK registered?

G171 XBK is a 1990 Lada Samara, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G171 XBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G171 XBK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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