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P216 JWF

1997 Lada Samara

Maroon Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

57,351 mi
Last recorded57,351 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2006
Typical for 1997 Lada Samara29,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP216 JWF
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2006 57,351 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Nearside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

condition of vehicle

corrosion to all brake pipes

corrosion to exhaust system

corrosion to front and rear coil springs

corrosion under all of vehicle

graese applied to brake pipes

oil leak

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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P216 JWF is a 1997 Lada Samara in Maroon with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 P216 JWF, 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.

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What year was P216 JWF registered?

P216 JWF is a 1997 Lada Samara, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P216 JWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P216 JWF shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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