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C3 VRD

1997 Vauxhall Calibra

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

72,876 mi
Last recorded72,876 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Calibra99,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 VRD
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 72,876 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 72,765 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 72,678 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 72,547 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 72,368 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 72,282 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 72,277 miles

Emissions not tested due to over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2020 72,235 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 71,785 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 71,492 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 71,029 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 70,396 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 69,975 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 69,035 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 67,622 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 65,742 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2011 62,466 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 59,669 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2010 59,662 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 56,983 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 52,527 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 52,527 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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C3 VRD is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 C3 VRD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C3 VRD?

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What year was C3 VRD registered?

C3 VRD is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is C3 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 VRD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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