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K170 VFP

1993 Vauxhall Carlton

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

195,519 mi
Last recorded195,519 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2008
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton126,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK170 VFP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCarlton
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2008 195,519 miles

n/s mirror cracked.

oil leak on rear dif input shaft.

rubber coupling on driveshaft to rear dif worn.

Pass 17 Jul 2007 190,282 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 180,463 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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K170 VFP is a 1993 Vauxhall Carlton in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 K170 VFP, 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.

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What year was K170 VFP registered?

K170 VFP is a 1993 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 10 May 1993.

Is K170 VFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K170 VFP shows 3 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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