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R226 SDA

1997 Vauxhall Calibra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,359 mi
Last recorded111,359 miles
Recorded on16 May 2006
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Calibra99,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 SDA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 May 2006 111,359 miles

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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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R226 SDA is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 99,533 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R226 SDA, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R226 SDA registered?

R226 SDA is a 1997 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 13 September 1997.

Is R226 SDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 SDA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R226 SDA have outstanding finance?

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