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K114 CBU

1993 Vauxhall Calibra

Bronze Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

105,718 mi
Last recorded105,718 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2010
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Calibra115,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK114 CBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1993
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2010 105,718 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2009 97,787 miles

Oil leak

Battery insecure

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

decelerometer brake test due to body kit fitted.Vehicle too low for brake tester.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 892,008 miles

Oil leak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front anti roll bar link bush missing

Fail 8 Aug 2008 92,008 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front anti roll bar link bush missing

Pass 8 Aug 2007 89,554 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 89,552 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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K114 CBU is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Bronze with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 115,272 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 K114 CBU, 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 33 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 K114 CBU registered?

K114 CBU is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 15 April 1993.

Is K114 CBU safe to buy?

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