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K298 MAH

1997 Vauxhall Carlton

Green Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

107,932 mi
Last recorded107,932 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK298 MAH
MakeVauxhall
ModelCarlton
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 107,932 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 107,384 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 106,898 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 106,618 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 108,538 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 106,340 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

all of the tyres are perished

Pass 4 May 2010 106,051 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

nearside and offside front tyres are perished

Pass 8 May 2009 105,258 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 103,888 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 103,888 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 103,166 miles

Headlamps not very bright on dip beam,but aim was ok.

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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K298 MAH is a 1997 Vauxhall Carlton in Green with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 K298 MAH, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Carlton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K298 MAH registered?

K298 MAH is a 1997 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is K298 MAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K298 MAH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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