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J274 BVG

1991 Lada Samara

Gold Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,749 mi
Last recorded31,749 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2015
Typical for 1991 Lada Samara38,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ274 BVG
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1991
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2015 31,749 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all four tyres perished

Pass 2 Sep 2013 312,785 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 31,277 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 30,113 miles

both outer cv gaitors perished

coolant hose rubbing on throttle linkage

engine oil leak

Fail 13 Aug 2008 30,113 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

both outer cv gaitors perished

coolant hose rubbing on throttle linkage

engine oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2007 29,152 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 29,147 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 28,445 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 28,445 miles

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Both front steel brake pipes rusty

Both front tyres badly perished and worn to 2mm

Both front windscreen wiper blades worn

Exhaust middle section very rusty

NOTE: Both outer sills not tested due to full length sill covers fitted to vehicle at time of inspection

Rear windscreen wiper blade split

Slight blow from middle to rear sections joint

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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J274 BVG is a 1991 Lada Samara in Gold with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1991 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 38,522 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J274 BVG, 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 35 years old, this Lada Samara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J274 BVG registered?

J274 BVG is a 1991 Lada Samara, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J274 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J274 BVG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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