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J20 COT

1992 Vauxhall Calibra

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

157,352 mi
Last recorded157,352 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Calibra117,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ20 COT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 157,352 miles

has slight corrosion under body and sills

has thick under seal under body in places

Pass 16 Sep 2022 97,407 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 197,127 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 197,097 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 196,318 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 196,315 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)

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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J20 COT is a 1992 Vauxhall Calibra in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J20 COT, 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 J20 COT registered?

J20 COT is a 1992 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 31 January 1992.

Is J20 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J20 COT shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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