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N255 HAE

1995 Vauxhall Calibra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2011
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

161,045 mi
Last recorded161,045 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2010
Typical for 1995 Vauxhall Calibra106,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN255 HAE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2010 161,045 miles

front brake pads worn low

fuel lines corroding

most metal brake pipes corroding

nearside front indicator lens chipped

nearside front inner wing splash shield insecure

offside & nearside side repeaters discolouring

offside wiper blade splitting

Fail 28 May 2010 161,020 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake pads worn low

fuel lines corroding

most metal brake pipes corroding

nearside front indicator lens chipped

nearside front inner wing splash shield insecure

offside & nearside side repeaters discolouring

offside wiper blade splitting

Pass 8 May 2009 157,660 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 157,639 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 156,102 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 7 Apr 2008 152,763 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front wipers split

n/s/r brake flexi ferrule corroded

Fail 2 Apr 2008 152,760 miles

Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front wipers split

n/s/r brake flexi ferrule corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2007 147,940 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 147,922 miles

Brake lever excessively damaged and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 144,447 miles

LOCK TAB MISSING RACK? GENERAL CORROSION BOTH R BRAKE HOSE FERRULES CORRODED INDICATOR REPEATERS DISCOLOURED

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 144,447 miles

LOCK TAB MISSING RACK? GENERAL CORROSION BOTH R BRAKE HOSE FERRULES CORRODED INDICATOR REPEATERS DISCOLOURED

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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N255 HAE is a 1995 Vauxhall Calibra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 1995 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 106,792 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 N255 HAE, 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 31 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N255 HAE is a 1995 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N255 HAE safe to buy?

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