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F244 FGP

1988 Vauxhall Carlton

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

107,926 mi
Last recorded107,926 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Carlton109,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF244 FGP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCarlton
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2022 107,926 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 107,319 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 107,234 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 107,229 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2019 106,962 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 105,622 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 105,471 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 105,215 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 104,729 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 104,305 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 104,061 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 102,424 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 99,604 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 98,015 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 97,124 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 96,102 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 91,447 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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F244 FGP is a 1988 Vauxhall Carlton in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Carlton models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 109,428 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 F244 FGP, 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 38 years old, this Vauxhall Carlton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F244 FGP registered?

F244 FGP is a 1988 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 21 December 1988.

Is F244 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F244 FGP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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