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N54 XNU

1996 Lada Samara

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

24,673 mi
Last recorded24,673 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Lada Samara35,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN54 XNU
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Jan 2013 24,673 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 22,510 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 22,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 19,959 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jan 2011 19,958 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 18,190 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 18,189 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 15,513 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 12,485 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 12,484 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 12,144 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 12,143 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 11,780 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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N54 XNU is a 1996 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 N54 XNU, 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

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What year was N54 XNU registered?

N54 XNU is a 1996 Lada Samara, first registered on 15 February 1996.

Is N54 XNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N54 XNU shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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