MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,410 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Carlton?
Based on 54,357 MOT tests across 13,540 vehicles.
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SML 399Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Carlton in Gold with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1983 Vauxhall Carlton models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 63,965 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 Carlton fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SML 399Y, 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 43 years old, this Vauxhall Carlton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of SML 399Y?
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What year was SML 399Y registered?
SML 399Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Carlton, first registered on 1 January 1983.
Is SML 399Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for SML 399Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SML 399Y have outstanding finance?
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