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R901 UJW

1997 Lada Samara

Green Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,134 mi
Last recorded44,134 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Lada Samara29,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR901 UJW
MakeLada
ModelSamara
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2007 44,134 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2007 44,133 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 41,892 miles

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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R901 UJW is a 1997 Lada Samara in Green with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R901 UJW, 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 R901 UJW registered?

R901 UJW is a 1997 Lada Samara, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R901 UJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R901 UJW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R901 UJW have outstanding finance?

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