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P973 LKY

1997 Vauxhall Midi

White Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

50,675 mi
Last recorded50,675 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Midi99,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP973 LKY
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 50,675 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 47,273 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 47,273 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded up to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 38,881 miles

exhaust has been repaired currently it meets minimum requirement but i stongly reccommend the silencer be renewed

Fail 31 Jul 2014 38,881 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 29,468 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 28,504 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 28,504 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 28,248 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 28,246 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise repair to nearside sill.

Pass 16 Nov 2007 102,695 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 102,695 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has an inadequately locked flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 25,216 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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P973 LKY is a 1997 Vauxhall Midi in White with a 2,380cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 P973 LKY, 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 P973 LKY registered?

P973 LKY is a 1997 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P973 LKY safe to buy?

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