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CAL 18A

1997 Vauxhall Calibra

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,094 mi
Last recorded70,094 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Calibra99,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAL 18A
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 70,094 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 64,362 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 58,249 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 54,021 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 49,790 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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CAL 18A is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CAL 18A, 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 CAL 18A?

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What year was CAL 18A registered?

CAL 18A is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is CAL 18A safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAL 18A shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAL 18A have outstanding finance?

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