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E2 VXR

1998 Vauxhall Calibra

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

177,640 mi
Last recorded177,640 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Calibra91,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE2 VXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 177,640 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2023 177,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 173,515 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 168,718 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 159,384 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 159,355 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 150,674 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 142,302 miles

n/s wiper jumping on screen

Pass 28 Nov 2013 132,906 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

considerable hand brake travel,hand brake shoes may need adjustment.

nearside wiper blade not clearing upper portion of screen

Pass 28 Dec 2012 125,475 miles

large plastic panels bolted under front wheel arches

Fail 18 Dec 2012 125,464 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front discs corroded

large plastic panels bolted under front wheel arches

Pass 30 Nov 2011 122,527 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 115,361 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 111,173 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 111,173 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 107,874 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 98,274 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 90,964 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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E2 VXR is a 1998 Vauxhall Calibra in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 91,647 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 E2 VXR, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E2 VXR registered?

E2 VXR is a 1998 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is E2 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E2 VXR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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