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N365 VPK

1996 Lada Samara

Red Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,080 mi
Last recorded20,080 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Lada Samara35,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN365 VPK
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2011 20,080 miles

Non obligatory mirror missing

corrosion to underbody

Fail 20 Sep 2011 20,071 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror missing

corrosion to underbody

Pass 26 Jul 2010 19,718 miles

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

Oil leak

fuel filler cap seal is perished

fuel filler pipe is perished

n/s door mirror missing

Pass 18 Jun 2009 19,299 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 19,299 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Outer Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 May 2008 19,004 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 18,606 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 18,601 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 18,152 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 18,152 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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N365 VPK is a 1996 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 35,754 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 N365 VPK, 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 30 years old, this Lada Samara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N365 VPK registered?

N365 VPK is a 1996 Lada Samara, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N365 VPK safe to buy?

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