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HUI 4218

1998 Vauxhall Tigra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,894 mi
Last recorded27,894 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Tigra72,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUI 4218
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigra
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 27,894 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 27,531 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 27,441 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 27,034 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear across back axle leading to LAV (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

all underbody metal brake pipes greased and cannot be properly inspected

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 27,034 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear across back axle leading to LAV (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour both sides emitting white light (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water (8.2.3)

all underbody metal brake pipes greased and cannot be properly inspected

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 26,045 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 25,818 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 25,165 miles

fRONT SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTED BUT SOUND

Pass 31 Jul 2012 24,422 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 22,955 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 21,587 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 20,625 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 19,270 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 17,812 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 16,639 miles

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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HUI 4218 is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HUI 4218, 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.

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What year was HUI 4218 registered?

HUI 4218 is a 1998 Vauxhall Tigra, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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The MOT history for HUI 4218 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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