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B389 MPA

1985 Vauxhall Midi

Red Petrol 1817cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

19,733 mi
Last recorded19,733 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB389 MPA
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,817cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2006 19,733 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Midi?

Based on 18,659 MOT tests across 4,354 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
3,554
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,697
fog lamp not working 1,638
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,396
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 987
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 913
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B389 MPA is a 1985 Vauxhall Midi in Red with a 1,817cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Midi fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,697 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B389 MPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 41 years old, this Vauxhall Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B389 MPA registered?

B389 MPA is a 1985 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B389 MPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B389 MPA shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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