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L474 UHU

1971 Vauxhall Calibra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,823 mi
Last recorded120,823 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 1971 Vauxhall Calibra113,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL474 UHU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2014 120,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 13 May 2013 118,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 13 May 2013 118,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 109,427 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 109,427 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 108,049 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 108,040 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2010 104,866 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 103,873 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 103,352 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 102,186 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 101,080 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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L474 UHU is a 1971 Vauxhall Calibra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 113,160 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 L474 UHU, 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 55 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L474 UHU registered?

L474 UHU is a 1971 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is L474 UHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L474 UHU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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