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P598 NRF

1997 Lada Samara

Purple Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

46,234 mi
Last recorded46,234 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2005
Typical for 1997 Lada Samara29,741 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP598 NRF
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2005 46,234 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

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

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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P598 NRF is a 1997 Lada Samara in Purple with a 1,288cc 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 P598 NRF, 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 P598 NRF registered?

P598 NRF is a 1997 Lada Samara, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is P598 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P598 NRF 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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