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JBZ 2178

1998 Vauxhall Carlton

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,815 mi
Last recorded129,815 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBZ 2178
MakeVauxhall
ModelCarlton
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2006 129,815 miles

oil leak

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

fuel pipes corroded

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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JBZ 2178 is a 1998 Vauxhall Carlton in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JBZ 2178, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Carlton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JBZ 2178 registered?

JBZ 2178 is a 1998 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is JBZ 2178 safe to buy?

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