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N517 CON

1996 Lada Samara

Green Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,566 mi
Last recorded36,566 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2006
Typical for 1996 Lada Samara35,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN517 CON
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2006 36,566 miles

As previous rejection.

Only just meets the emission standard.

Fail 29 Jun 2006 36,561 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Helper springs fitted to both rear coil springs.

Nearside front floor starting to corrode.

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside front inner steering track rod bush worn to the minimum standard.

Vehicle fitted with manual choke-conversion?

temporary fuel cap fitted

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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N517 CON is a 1996 Lada Samara in Green with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N517 CON, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N517 CON?

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What year was N517 CON registered?

N517 CON is a 1996 Lada Samara, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N517 CON safe to buy?

The MOT history for N517 CON shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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