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L224 RTR

1993 Lada Samara

Red Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

68,823 mi
Last recorded68,823 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2007
Typical for 1993 Lada Samara32,387 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL224 RTR
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2007 68,823 miles

as previous vt32

Fail 22 Jan 2007 68,815 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

corrosion to both front floors

corrosion to both rear inner wings and both rear turrets

Pass 3 Feb 2006 67,661 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

steering joint dust cover split/missing

Fail 31 Jan 2006 67,653 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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L224 RTR is a 1993 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.3% with a typical mileage of 32,387 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 L224 RTR, 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 33 years old, this Lada Samara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L224 RTR registered?

L224 RTR is a 1993 Lada Samara, first registered on 25 August 1993.

Is L224 RTR safe to buy?

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