MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
206,303 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
both front tyres worn on edges
rear discs scored and pitted
very big oil leak oil level on minimum
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
both front tyres worn on edges
rear discs scored and pitted
very big oil leak oil level on minimum
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Oil leak
steering rack flexing at bulk head when shaken.
wear in handbrake mechanism.
Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)
Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
both front wishbone rear bushes split
major oil leak from lower engine bay
o/s/r tyre wor on inner edge and punctured
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Calibra?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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L491 GTM is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 L491 GTM, 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 L491 GTM registered?
L491 GTM is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 8 September 1993.
Is L491 GTM safe to buy?
The MOT history for L491 GTM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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