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H770 ETP

1991 Vauxhall Calibra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2011
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,348 mi
Last recorded61,348 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2010
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Calibra109,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH770 ETP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2010 61,348 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

The car has been lowered,spring location is good.

Fail 2 Aug 2010 61,128 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

The car has been lowered,spring location is good.

washers weak still hit the screen.

Front bumper insecure

Pass 14 Aug 2009 60,785 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 7 Aug 2009 60,784 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 60,773 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Repairs to o/s/r chasis competant.

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

non standard springs fitted to vehicle

Fail 21 Jun 2006 60,748 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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H770 ETP is a 1991 Vauxhall Calibra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 109,262 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 Calibra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,228 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H770 ETP, 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 35 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H770 ETP registered?

H770 ETP is a 1991 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 26 April 1991.

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