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P291 CGM

1997 Vauxhall Midi

White Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

824,435 mi
Last recorded824,435 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Midi99,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 CGM
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2008 824,435 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s mirror slightly damaged

Fail 20 Sep 2006 151,740 miles

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front bump stop rubbers split

n/s steering idler slight play

Pass 14 Oct 2004 136,283 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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P291 CGM is a 1997 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 1997 Vauxhall Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 99,379 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 P291 CGM, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Midi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P291 CGM registered?

P291 CGM is a 1997 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is P291 CGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P291 CGM 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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