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L797 TRL

1993 Vauxhall Calibra

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,636 mi
Last recorded122,636 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2007
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Calibra115,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL797 TRL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2007 122,636 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2006 116,659 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 116,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device missing (3.1.4b)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device missing (3.1.4b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.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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L797 TRL is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 L797 TRL, 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 L797 TRL registered?

L797 TRL is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 16 August 1993.

Is L797 TRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L797 TRL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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