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P293 OAH

1997 Vauxhall Midi

White Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,577 mi
Last recorded139,577 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Midi99,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP293 OAH
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2006 139,577 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 139,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 126,481 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 126,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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P293 OAH is a 1997 Vauxhall Midi in White with a 2,380cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P293 OAH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P293 OAH registered?

P293 OAH is a 1997 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P293 OAH safe to buy?

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