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E301 GFL

1987 Vauxhall Belmont

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,827 mi
Last recorded81,827 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont58,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE301 GFL
MakeVauxhall
ModelBelmont
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 81,827 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 81,585 miles

Light surface corrosion

Pass 23 Jan 2017 79,806 miles

Offside cloudy headlight

Pass 14 Jan 2016 78,060 miles

Offside cloudy headlight

Fail 11 Jan 2016 78,039 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill asea (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside cloudy headlight

Pass 3 Feb 2015 75,766 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 73,701 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2013 71,820 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 69,708 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

split in n/s wiper blade

underside surface corrosion

Pass 14 Jan 2011 67,933 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 67,933 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

underbody corrosion in various places

Pass 14 Jan 2010 65,857 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 64,152 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 62,319 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 60,310 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 58,981 miles

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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E301 GFL is a 1987 Vauxhall Belmont in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Vauxhall Belmont models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 58,993 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 E301 GFL, 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 39 years old, this Vauxhall Belmont is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E301 GFL registered?

E301 GFL is a 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E301 GFL safe to buy?

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