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P105 JVU

1997 Lada Samara

Red Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

39,921 mi
Last recorded39,921 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Lada Samara29,741 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP105 JVU
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Feb 2008 39,921 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)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 37,535 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 37,535 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Feb 2006 35,368 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2006 35,368 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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P105 JVU is a 1997 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1997 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 29,741 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 P105 JVU, 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 29 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 P105 JVU registered?

P105 JVU is a 1997 Lada Samara, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is P105 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P105 JVU shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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