MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,363 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
all flexi fuel pipes perished,metal fuel pipes corroded,(no leaks)
Emissions not tested (7.0)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Carlton?
Based on 54,357 MOT tests across 13,540 vehicles.
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C280 FRH is a 1986 Vauxhall Carlton in Red with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1986 Vauxhall Carlton models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 47,604 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Vauxhall Carlton fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C280 FRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Vauxhall Carlton typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 40 years old, this Vauxhall Carlton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of C280 FRH?
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What year was C280 FRH registered?
C280 FRH is a 1986 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 3 March 1986.
Is C280 FRH safe to buy?
The MOT history for C280 FRH shows 6 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 C280 FRH have outstanding finance?
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