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R749 UAG

1997 Lada Samara

White Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

24,008 mi
Last recorded24,008 miles
Recorded on25 May 2006
Typical for 1997 Lada Samara29,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR749 UAG
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 May 2006 24,008 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

***** FUEL PIPE LOOSE/HANGING DOWN *****

Offside front tyre worn/bald on outer edge

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Slight travel on hand brake

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn but not to excess

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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R749 UAG is a 1997 Lada Samara in White 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 R749 UAG, 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 R749 UAG registered?

R749 UAG is a 1997 Lada Samara, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is R749 UAG safe to buy?

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