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J2 PCW

1993 Vauxhall Carlton

Blue Petrol 2594cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,262 mi
Last recorded154,262 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton126,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 PCW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCarlton
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,594cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 154,262 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside wishbone front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play centre prop bearing/mounting worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner sills, subframe mounts and brackets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 153,653 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 152,949 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 152,371 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 151,794 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 151,737 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 51,614 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 151,493 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 151,326 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 151,133 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 150,809 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 148,978 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 146,682 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 144,115 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 141,558 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 138,158 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 135,115 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 129,056 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 125,623 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 120,015 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 115,195 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Carlton?

Based on 54,357 MOT tests across 13,540 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
3,000
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
13,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,210
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,170
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,743
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,581
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,668
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J2 PCW is a 1993 Vauxhall Carlton in Blue with a 2,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Carlton models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 126,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Carlton fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J2 PCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Carlton typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 33 years old, this Vauxhall Carlton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J2 PCW registered?

J2 PCW is a 1993 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is J2 PCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 PCW shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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