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B16 BDJ

1997 Vauxhall Calibra

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,983 mi
Last recorded179,983 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Calibra99,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 BDJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2009 179,983 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2009 179,981 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2008 170,352 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 170,352 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 162,166 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 155,461 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Calibra?

Based on 112,779 MOT tests across 20,208 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
4,285
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
20,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,228
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,240
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,258
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 5,626
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,357
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B16 BDJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 99,533 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Calibra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,228 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B16 BDJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Calibra typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B16 BDJ registered?

B16 BDJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is B16 BDJ safe to buy?

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