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K880 RHD

1993 Vauxhall Calibra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,336 mi
Last recorded167,336 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Calibra115,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK880 RHD
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2011 167,336 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2011 167,331 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2010 162,756 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2009 156,607 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

rear b/pipes ferrules some corrosion

rear drive shaft gaiter damaged front tyres worn inside edge

Pass 4 Mar 2008 152,375 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 152,372 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Dec 2007 152,281 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

rear springs are dangerous

some run out on n/s front brake disc

Pass 29 Dec 2006 143,863 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 138,713 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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K880 RHD is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K880 RHD, 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 K880 RHD registered?

K880 RHD is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 14 May 1993.

Is K880 RHD safe to buy?

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