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R846 VRJ

1997 Vauxhall Arena

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,172 mi
Last recorded83,172 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2005
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Arena95,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR846 VRJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelArena
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2005 83,172 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Arena?

Based on 16,117 MOT tests across 2,164 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
4,138
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,514
Registration plate lamp not working 842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 802
wheel bearing rough when rotated 744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 731
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R846 VRJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Arena models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 95,387 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Arena fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,514 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R846 VRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Arena typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Arena is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R846 VRJ registered?

R846 VRJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Arena, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R846 VRJ safe to buy?

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