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K316 ABW

1993 Vauxhall Calibra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

184,484 mi
Last recorded184,484 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2007
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Calibra115,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK316 ABW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2007 184,484 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 168,367 miles

both rear tyres are worn on the inside edges

sill covers fitted

soem deterioration to the OS lower suspension arm rear bush is evident on full drop. Sat it looks fine. Might need attention at some time

some corrosion on inner front wing, bonnet holed, some small rust scabs on body/sills

underside of battery tray corroded

Fail 12 Apr 2006 168,367 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)

NSF lower suspension arm rear bush is deteriorated and will need attention soon

battery tray corroded

bonnet corroded and holed

both number plates deteriorated slightly

both rear tyres worn on inside edge

slight play in steering

slight play in suspension top mounts

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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K316 ABW is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 K316 ABW, 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.

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What year was K316 ABW registered?

K316 ABW is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 23 April 1993.

Is K316 ABW safe to buy?

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