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C822 DHU

1986 Vauxhall Carlton

Blue Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,808 mi
Last recorded32,808 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Carlton47,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC822 DHU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCarlton
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 32,808 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 32,781 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 32,709 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 32,319 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 31,963 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 31,492 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 31,492 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 31,364 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

many areas covered in surface rust

Pass 24 Jul 2012 31,280 miles

slight exhaust blow .

Pass 22 Jul 2011 31,227 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 31,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 29,671 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 27,598 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 27,584 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 27,335 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 26,530 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Carlton?

Based on 54,357 MOT tests across 13,540 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
3,000
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
13,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,210
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,170
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,743
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,581
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,668
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C822 DHU is a 1986 Vauxhall Carlton in Blue with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C822 DHU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C822 DHU?

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What year was C822 DHU registered?

C822 DHU is a 1986 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 27 June 1986.

Is C822 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C822 DHU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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