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K988 MTU

1993 Vauxhall Midi

White Diesel 2189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

88,896 mi
Last recorded88,896 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Midi101,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK988 MTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,189cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2009 88,896 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 88,893 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2008 83,807 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 83,800 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 81,955 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 81,024 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 81,024 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Midi?

Based on 18,659 MOT tests across 4,354 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
3,554
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,697
fog lamp not working 1,638
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,396
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 987
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 913
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K988 MTU is a 1993 Vauxhall Midi in White with a 2,189cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 101,933 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 Midi fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,697 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K988 MTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Vauxhall Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K988 MTU registered?

K988 MTU is a 1993 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 4 June 1993.

Is K988 MTU safe to buy?

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