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P820 UDL

1997 Lada Samara

Maroon Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,071 mi
Last recorded21,071 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Lada Samara29,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP820 UDL
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2009 21,071 miles

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

signs of fluid contamination to o/s rear back plate

Fail 3 Jul 2009 21,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

signs of fluid contamination to o/s rear back plate

Pass 9 Jul 2008 19,910 miles

o/s rear tyre s.w.b (inner)

signs of fluid contamination to o/s back plate

Fail 8 Jul 2008 19,910 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyres under inflated

o/s rear tyre s.w.b (inner)

signs of fluid contamination to o/s back plate

Pass 18 Jul 2007 18,692 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 18,620 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2006 17,396 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 17,396 miles

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

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

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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P820 UDL is a 1997 Lada Samara in Maroon with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P820 UDL, 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 P820 UDL registered?

P820 UDL is a 1997 Lada Samara, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P820 UDL safe to buy?

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