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R793 TST

1997 Vauxhall Carlton

Green Petrol 3615cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,328 mi
Last recorded44,328 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR793 TST
MakeVauxhall
ModelCarlton
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,615cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 44,328 miles
Fail 25 May 2026 44,328 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,951 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 43,873 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 43,828 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 43,639 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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R793 TST is a 1997 Vauxhall Carlton in Green with a 3,615cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R793 TST, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Carlton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R793 TST registered?

R793 TST is a 1997 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R793 TST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R793 TST shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R793 TST have outstanding finance?

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