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M704 RNU

1994 Lada Niva

Red Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,162 mi
Last recorded41,162 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2013
Typical for 1994 Lada Niva44,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM704 RNU
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2013 41,162 miles

under side of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 24 May 2013 41,162 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 26 Apr 2013 41,162 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

minor exhaust blows

oil leak

slight play in sterring box

Pass 23 Nov 2010 46,854 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 45,632 miles

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

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

n/s/f inner wing corroded and holed

Pass 16 Dec 2008 44,317 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 44,317 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2005 41,095 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Lada Niva?

Based on 2,766 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,339
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
Brake pipe excessively corroded 167
Stop lamp not working 127
Headlamp aim too low 115
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M704 RNU is a 1994 Lada Niva in Red with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1994 Lada Niva models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 44,918 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 Niva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M704 RNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Niva typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 32 years old, this Lada Niva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M704 RNU registered?

M704 RNU is a 1994 Lada Niva, first registered on 1 August 1994.

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