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P736 VJS

1996 Vauxhall Carlton

Green Petrol 3615cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,667 mi
Last recorded32,667 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP736 VJS
MakeVauxhall
ModelCarlton
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,615cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 32,667 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 32,633 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 32,522 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 32,348 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 32,002 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2010 31,354 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 30,413 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 29,050 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 27,498 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 25,938 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Carlton?

Based on 54,357 MOT tests across 13,540 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
3,000
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
13,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,210
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,170
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,743
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,581
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,668
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P736 VJS is a 1996 Vauxhall Carlton in Green with a 3,615cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Carlton fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P736 VJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Carlton typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Vauxhall Carlton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P736 VJS?

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What year was P736 VJS registered?

P736 VJS is a 1996 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P736 VJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P736 VJS shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P736 VJS have outstanding finance?

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