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L248 KDA

1993 Vauxhall Calibra

Grey Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

95,281 mi
Last recorded95,281 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2008
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Calibra115,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL248 KDA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2008 95,281 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

o/s/f/floor pan holed next to chassis leg not effecting brakes or steering

Pass 31 Mar 2008 95,281 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

o/s/f/floor pan holed next to chassis leg not effecting brakes or steering

Fail 11 Feb 2008 95,080 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2007 92,015 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 92,002 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

air bag light on

low readings on offside rear hand and foot brake

travel on hand brake

Pass 19 Jan 2006 85,696 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 85,682 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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L248 KDA is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Grey with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 L248 KDA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L248 KDA registered?

L248 KDA is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 14 September 1993.

Is L248 KDA safe to buy?

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