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E273 KLK

1988 Vauxhall Belmont

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

39,011 mi
Last recorded39,011 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont56,047 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE273 KLK
MakeVauxhall
ModelBelmont
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 39,011 miles

Exhaust backbox corroding

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

master cylinder corroding

Pass 19 Aug 2014 34,745 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 29,306 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

o/s front tyre warp

o/s headlight slightly insecure

Pass 27 Aug 2010 24,456 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2009 18,698 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 18,698 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2008 18,669 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 18,669 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 18,664 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 18,608 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 18,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Belmont?

Based on 10,647 MOT tests across 2,724 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
2,080
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,751
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,361
constant velocity joint gaiter split 632
Brake pipe excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
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E273 KLK is a 1988 Vauxhall Belmont in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Belmont models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 56,047 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Belmont fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,751 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E273 KLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Belmont typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Vauxhall Belmont is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E273 KLK registered?

E273 KLK is a 1988 Vauxhall Belmont, first registered on 16 May 1988.

Is E273 KLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E273 KLK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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