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W342 RUJ

1999 Opel Tigra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,243 mi
Last recorded75,243 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2014
Typical for 1999 Opel Tigra62,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW342 RUJ
MakeOpel
ModelTigra
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2014 75,243 miles

Damage to nearside front tyre outer wall

Oil reside on steering rack

Fail 4 Feb 2014 75,243 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Damage to nearside front tyre outer wall

Oil reside on steering rack

Pass 31 Jan 2013 71,139 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 65,327 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 61,980 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 61,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 60,520 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 53,298 miles

N/S/R wheel bearing very slight play

O/S doorstep corroding

O/S/F lower wishbone inner bush slight wear

Pass 24 Feb 2007 34,828 miles

N/S & O/S rear top spring mounts / chasis legs light corrosion

O/S/R inner sill light corrosion

Pass 15 Mar 2006 27,107 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Opel Tigra?

Based on 1,282 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,299
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 73
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Direction indicator incorrect colour 51
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 45
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W342 RUJ is a 1999 Opel Tigra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Opel Tigra models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 62,613 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Tigra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W342 RUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Tigra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Opel Tigra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W342 RUJ registered?

W342 RUJ is a 1999 Opel Tigra, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W342 RUJ safe to buy?

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