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N290 AKW

1995 Lada Samara

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

28,331 mi
Last recorded28,331 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 1995 Lada Samara27,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN290 AKW
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 28,331 miles

Nearside Rear tyre - age related deterioration /cracking of outer sidewall

Pass 27 Jul 2017 28,173 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 28,112 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 28,103 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 27,697 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 27,296 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 26,735 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 25,689 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 25,323 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 25,323 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 25,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 24,581 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 24,560 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2009 24,502 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 24,010 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 23,990 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 23,132 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 21,770 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 20,563 miles

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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N290 AKW is a 1995 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1995 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 27,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N290 AKW, 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 31 years old, this Lada Samara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N290 AKW registered?

N290 AKW is a 1995 Lada Samara, first registered on 2 August 1995.

Is N290 AKW safe to buy?

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