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P659 NLK

1997 Vauxhall Midi

Black Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,665 mi
Last recorded78,665 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Midi99,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP659 NLK
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 78,665 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

all roadwheels protruding slightly from body.

severe corrosion along nearside inner/outer sill-step.

slight front brake imbalance.

Fail 31 Mar 2022 78,661 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

all roadwheels protruding slightly from body.

severe corrosion along nearside inner/outer sill-step.

slight front brake imbalance.

Pass 3 Apr 2021 76,937 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 27 Feb 2021 76,931 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 31 Jul 2019 75,881 miles

exhaust flexi section has slight leak of exhaust gasses

holes caused by corrosion in nearside and offside rear sill panels

offside rear tyre tread starting perish

Fail 26 Jul 2019 75,867 miles

Boot lid insecure nearside hinge broken (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid naerside and offside (3.5 (a))

exhaust flexi section has slight leak of exhaust gasses

holes caused by corrosion in nearside and offside rear sill panels

offside rear tyre tread starting perish

Pass 31 May 2018 75,612 miles

Corrosion on sliding door but not affecting use

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Mar 2017 73,666 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

coolant leak

Pass 3 Feb 2016 72,352 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 72,349 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 70,911 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

front coil springs corroded

slight exhaust blow at front

Fail 28 Nov 2014 70,911 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

front coil springs corroded

slight exhaust blow at front

Pass 9 Oct 2013 67,323 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nearside rear inner rear panel corroded

nearside rear outer quarter panel corroded

windscreen wipers smearing

Fail 7 Aug 2013 67,306 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear inner rear panel corroded

nearside rear outer quarter panel behind wheelarch corroded

windscreen wipers smearing

Pass 2 May 2012 62,649 miles

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

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 58,342 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 53,092 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 46,807 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 40,692 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 37,170 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 43,532 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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P659 NLK is a 1997 Vauxhall Midi in Black with a 2,380cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P659 NLK, 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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P659 NLK is a 1997 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 12 February 1997.

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