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J379 MRG

1991 Vauxhall Fronter

Black Diesel 2260cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

149,066 mi
Last recorded149,066 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ379 MRG
MakeVauxhall
ModelFronter
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,260cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2008 149,066 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 149,066 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 145,441 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 23 Oct 2006 145,438 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Fronter?

Based on 1,506 MOT tests across 293 vehicles.

61.6%
Pass Rate
5,828
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 263
constant velocity joint gaiter split 108
position lamp(s) not working 84
Stop lamp not working 73
Registration plate lamp not working 69
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J379 MRG is a 1991 Vauxhall Fronter in Black with a 2,260cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Fronter fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J379 MRG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Fronter typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 35 years old, this Vauxhall Fronter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J379 MRG registered?

J379 MRG is a 1991 Vauxhall Fronter, first registered on 20 December 1991.

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