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K836 OEM

1993 Vauxhall Calibra

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

97,111 mi
Last recorded97,111 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2020
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Calibra115,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK836 OEM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1993
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2020 97,111 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2019 97,111 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Shocker top mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2016 97,082 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 97,082 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 95,511 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 95,509 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 94,653 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 94,652 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 64,114 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 64,114 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 93,027 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 90,577 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 90,070 miles

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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K836 OEM is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K836 OEM, 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 K836 OEM registered?

K836 OEM is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 23 April 1993.

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