MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
175,806 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Carlton?
Based on 54,357 MOT tests across 13,540 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F859 EKJ is a 1988 Vauxhall Carlton in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 F859 EKJ, 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 F859 EKJ registered?
F859 EKJ is a 1988 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 14 October 1988.
Is F859 EKJ safe to buy?
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