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P103 DFJ

1997 Vauxhall Calibra

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,201 mi
Last recorded88,201 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Calibra99,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP103 DFJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 88,201 miles

4x4 light on

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 82,404 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 83,372 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyre edges worn

different disc fitted on front

frount bumper removed

Pass 3 Apr 2010 77,953 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2006 125,130 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 121,130 miles

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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P103 DFJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 99,533 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 P103 DFJ, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P103 DFJ registered?

P103 DFJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P103 DFJ safe to buy?

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