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J297 FMY

1991 Lada Samara

White Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,303 mi
Last recorded33,303 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2006
Typical for 1991 Lada Samara38,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ297 FMY
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2006 33,303 miles

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

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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J297 FMY is a 1991 Lada Samara in White with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 J297 FMY, 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 J297 FMY registered?

J297 FMY is a 1991 Lada Samara, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J297 FMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J297 FMY shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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