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H387 SET

1990 Vauxhall Midi

Red Diesel 2189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,536 mi
Last recorded118,536 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Vauxhall Midi104,723 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH387 SET
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,189cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 118,536 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2025 118,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 118,472 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 118,390 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 118,373 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under sliding door step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security along sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

slight deterioration of rear shock absorber bushes

slight movement in both spring hanger bushes(rear)

slight movement in steering idler track rod end

Fail 21 Apr 2022 118,373 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under sliding door step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security along sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

slight deterioration of rear shock absorber bushes

slight movement in both spring hanger bushes(rear)

slight movement in steering idler track rod end

Pass 6 Apr 2019 118,344 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 118,332 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 117,832 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Midi?

Based on 18,659 MOT tests across 4,354 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
3,554
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,697
fog lamp not working 1,638
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,396
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 987
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 913
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H387 SET is a 1990 Vauxhall Midi in Red with a 2,189cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Vauxhall Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 104,723 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Midi fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,697 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H387 SET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Vauxhall Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H387 SET registered?

H387 SET is a 1990 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 12 November 1990.

Is H387 SET safe to buy?

The MOT history for H387 SET shows 9 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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