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P215 JTP

1996 Lada Samara

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

41,452 mi
Last recorded41,452 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Lada Samara35,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 JTP
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 41,452 miles

Corrosion to underbody

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Mirror missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

idle sporradic

Fail 22 Jun 2026 41,440 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Corrosion to underbody

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Mirror missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

idle sporradic

Pass 1 Jul 2025 41,315 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Mirror missing

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 41,315 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Mirror missing

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 41,189 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside non obligatory mirror missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 41,189 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside non obligatory mirror missing

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 41,054 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 40,901 miles

exhaust emission level close to limits

Pass 24 Jun 2021 40,791 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 40,789 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 40,539 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 40,539 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 40,390 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 39,981 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 39,981 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre & rear Pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 39,658 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 39,261 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 39,001 miles

ENGINE IDLE SPEED QUITE HIGH

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 38,855 miles

ENGINE IDLE SPEED QUITE HIGH

Pass 26 Jun 2013 38,712 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 38,712 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 38,473 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 38,468 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2011 37,812 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 37,141 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT FLOOR RUSTED (JUST OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA )

REAR BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

Pass 22 Jun 2009 36,624 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 36,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 35,533 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 33,195 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 29,052 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 29,050 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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P215 JTP is a 1996 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

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 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 P215 JTP, 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 P215 JTP registered?

P215 JTP is a 1996 Lada Samara, first registered on 23 August 1996.

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The MOT history for P215 JTP shows 31 tests with a 67.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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