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N255 PJV

1995 Vauxhall Tigr

Black Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

97,436 mi
Last recorded97,436 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2008
Typical for 1995 Vauxhall Tigr89,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN255 PJV
MakeVauxhall
ModelTigr
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2008 97,436 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 90,781 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 19 Nov 2007 90,781 miles

Centre Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 80,231 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 80,328 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 77,202 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2005 77,161 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Tigr?

Based on 1,917 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

58.6%
Pass Rate
6,054
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 176
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 115
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 111
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N255 PJV is a 1995 Vauxhall Tigr in Black with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1995 Vauxhall Tigr models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.9% with a typical mileage of 89,858 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Tigr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N255 PJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Tigr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Vauxhall Tigr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N255 PJV registered?

N255 PJV is a 1995 Vauxhall Tigr, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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