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P285 KVX

1996 Vauxhall Midi

White Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,498 mi
Last recorded39,498 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2011
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Midi110,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP285 KVX
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2011 39,498 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 37,425 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 37,425 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 32,688 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 31,100 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 30,368 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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P285 KVX is a 1996 Vauxhall Midi in White with a 2,380cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P285 KVX, 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 P285 KVX registered?

P285 KVX is a 1996 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is P285 KVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P285 KVX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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