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K556 JSA

1993 Vauxhall Calibra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

127 mi
Last recorded127 miles
Recorded on8 May 2008
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Calibra115,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK556 JSA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 May 2008 127 miles

Centre Front Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Upper Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 May 2007 123,491 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Pass 9 May 2006 119,449 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 119,421 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 4 May 2005 113,874 miles

Offside Front Lower 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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K556 JSA is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 K556 JSA, 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 K556 JSA registered?

K556 JSA is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 4 June 1993.

Is K556 JSA safe to buy?

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