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J491 SOC

1991 Lada Samara

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,674 mi
Last recorded21,674 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2005
Typical for 1991 Lada Samara38,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ491 SOC
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2005 21,674 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Sep 2005 21,646 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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J491 SOC is a 1991 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J491 SOC, 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 J491 SOC registered?

J491 SOC is a 1991 Lada Samara, first registered on 30 August 1991.

Is J491 SOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J491 SOC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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