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M581 LAB

1994 Vauxhall Midi

Grey Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

99,532 mi
Last recorded99,532 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 1994 Vauxhall Midi104,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM581 LAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 99,532 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 99,514 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 99,094 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 96,776 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2018 96,774 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 92,713 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 92,710 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded compensator to rear flexable hose (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear flex to o/s/r wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 91,002 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play x2 (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside and offside pitman arms have slight movement in pivots

Rear wheel bearing has slight play x2 (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 89,145 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 87,418 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 87,414 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 84,002 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 84,002 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 81,186 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2011 78,502 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 76,956 miles

front anti-roll bar bushes are starting to get warn require changing soon

Fail 5 May 2010 76,956 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

front anti-roll bar bushes are starting to get warn require changing soon

Pass 27 Apr 2009 69,992 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 66,005 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 66,005 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 62,629 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 62,629 miles

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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M581 LAB is a 1994 Vauxhall Midi in Grey with a 2,380cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1994 Vauxhall Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 104,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M581 LAB, 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 32 years old, this Vauxhall Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M581 LAB is a 1994 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 21 November 1994.

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