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BCZ 8989

2004 Vauxhall Calibra

Blue Other 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

162,485 mi
Last recorded162,485 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCZ 8989
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 162,485 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 162,278 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 162,157 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 161,994 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 161,947 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 161,835 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 161,575 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 161,328 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 161,062 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 160,996 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 160,952 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Calibra?

Based on 112,779 MOT tests across 20,208 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
4,285
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
20,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,228
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,240
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,258
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 5,626
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,357
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BCZ 8989 is a 2004 Vauxhall Calibra in Blue with a 1,998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Calibra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,228 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BCZ 8989, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Calibra typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BCZ 8989 registered?

BCZ 8989 is a 2004 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is BCZ 8989 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCZ 8989 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BCZ 8989 have outstanding finance?

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