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N496 XJB

1996 Vauxhall Midi

White Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,079 mi
Last recorded88,079 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2006
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Midi110,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN496 XJB
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2006 88,079 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 87,750 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/ outer sill corroded

rear brake pipe slight corrosion

Pass 8 Jul 2005 73,140 miles

o/s/f shocker leaking oil

oil filters corroded and leaking oil

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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N496 XJB is a 1996 Vauxhall Midi in White with a 2,380cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 110,459 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 N496 XJB, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N496 XJB registered?

N496 XJB is a 1996 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 23 April 1996.

Is N496 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N496 XJB 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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