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M487 VAJ

1995 Opel Tigra

Green Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

180,350 mi
Last recorded180,350 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM487 VAJ
MakeOpel
ModelTigra
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2009 180,350 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 180,350 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 177,638 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 169,154 miles

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

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

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 31 Mar 2006 161,523 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 161,508 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Opel Tigra?

Based on 1,282 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,299
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 73
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Direction indicator incorrect colour 51
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 45
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M487 VAJ is a 1995 Opel Tigra in Green with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Opel Tigra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M487 VAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Tigra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 31 years old, this Opel Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M487 VAJ registered?

M487 VAJ is a 1995 Opel Tigra, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M487 VAJ safe to buy?

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