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J290 HHY

1992 Vauxhall Calibra

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,990 mi
Last recorded147,990 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2011
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Calibra117,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ290 HHY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2011 147,990 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 142,589 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 137,625 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 133,415 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 128,996 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 124,016 miles

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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J290 HHY is a 1992 Vauxhall Calibra in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J290 HHY, 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 J290 HHY registered?

J290 HHY is a 1992 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 9 April 1992.

Is J290 HHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J290 HHY shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J290 HHY have outstanding finance?

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