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J179 SPH

1992 Vauxhall Calibra

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

99,326 mi
Last recorded99,326 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Calibra117,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ179 SPH
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 99,326 miles

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

Nearside wiper blade split at ends

Plastic cover sills fitted to nearside and offside

Fail 11 Jul 2013 99,326 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside mirror missing

Nearside wiper blade split at ends

Plastic cover sills fitted to nearside and offside

Pass 7 Jul 2012 98,338 miles

Cracks/cuts to offside rear inner tyre wall

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

Nearside rear and offside rear tyre worn on the edges

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

Oil leak

Plastic cover sills fitted to nearside and offside

Fail 6 Jul 2012 98,338 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Cracks/cuts to offside rear inner tyre wall

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

Nearside rear and offside rear tyre worn on the edges

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

Oil leak

Plastic cover sills fitted to nearside and offside

Pass 5 Jul 2011 96,761 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 95,771 miles

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

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edges

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

Fail 30 Jun 2010 95,771 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edges

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 94,631 miles

Deep cut in offside rear inner tyre wall

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside front tyre worn on the edges

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 2 Jul 2009 94,631 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Deep cut in offside rear inner tyre wall

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside front tyre worn on edges

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 Jul 2008 92,894 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 92,894 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Fail 11 Jun 2007 92,010 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear wheek arch coroded

Pass 11 Jun 2007 92,010 miles

Battery insecure

Offside rear wheek arch coroded

Pass 8 Jun 2006 91,615 miles

battery insecure

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Jun 2006 91,615 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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J179 SPH is a 1992 Vauxhall Calibra in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 117,820 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 J179 SPH, 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 34 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J179 SPH registered?

J179 SPH is a 1992 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 7 May 1992.

Is J179 SPH safe to buy?

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