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Vauxhall Calibra

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

R293 RPRMOT history

R293 RPR is a silver petrol Vauxhall Calibra first used on 13 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 136,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2023
Mileage
136,818 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R293 RPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Calibra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

R293 RPR was last recorded at 136,818 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 13,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Oct 2011: 61,689 miles, lower than 61,869 miles on 25 Oct 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
122,916 miles · 1 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
13,902 miles
Average per year
5,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 136,818 miles
  • 2022 – 122,916 miles
  • 2021 – 112,391 miles
  • 2020 – 105,516 miles
  • 2019 – 102,660 miles
  • 2018 – 95,314 miles
  • 2016 – 86,365 miles
  • 2014 – 70,064 miles
  • 2013 – 66,342 miles
  • 2012 – 64,179 miles
  • 2011 – 61,689 miles
  • 2010 – 60,497 miles
  • 2009 – 58,785 miles
  • 2008 – 56,209 miles
  • 2007 – 54,265 miles
  • 2006 – 52,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,818 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
  • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,818 miles (+13,902)4 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,818 miles
    Test number
    502584162137
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  2. Pass122,916 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,916 miles
    Test number
    534590792536
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

  3. Fail122,915 miles (+10,524)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,915 miles
    Test number
    745752398280
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

  4. Pass112,391 miles (+6,875)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    112,391 miles
    Test number
    656191874320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,516 miles (+2,856)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,516 miles
    Test number
    722332000731
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass102,660 miles (+25)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    102,660 miles
    Test number
    502310723223
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail102,635 miles (+7,321)1 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,635 miles
    Test number
    717711516275
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass95,314 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,314 miles
    Test number
    850633054273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRigid fuel pipes corroded

  9. Fail95,314 miles (+8,949)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,314 miles
    Test number
    121360961708
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear inner brake pads
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRigid fuel pipes corroded

  10. Pass86,365 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,365 miles
    Test number
    977885826684
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail86,365 miles (+10,482)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,365 miles
    Test number
    227803445034
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass75,883 miles (+5,819)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,883 miles
    Test number
    303635327383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,064 miles (+3,722)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,064 miles
    Test number
    898360814333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,342 miles (+2,163)16 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,342 miles
    Test number
    845060213357
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing and have scrubbed outer sidewalls

  15. Pass64,179 miles (+2,490)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,179 miles
    Test number
    975103102309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  16. Pass61,689 miles (-180)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,689 miles
    Test number
    838039791231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f bottom ball joint and track rod end boots perished
    • NoteSurface corrosion to various metal brake pipes

  17. Fail61,869 miles (+1,372)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,869 miles
    Test number
    126518291298
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wipers split
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f bottom ball joint and track rod end boots perished
    • NoteSurface corrosion to various metal brake pipes

  18. Pass60,497 miles (+1,712)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    60,497 miles
    Test number
    674025710398
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s washer jet req's adjustment
    • NoteN/s/f lower ball joint boot perished
    • NoteSurface corrosion to various brake pipes

  19. Pass58,785 miles (+2,576)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    58,785 miles
    Test number
    623536309357
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  20. Pass56,209 miles (+1,944)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,209 miles
    Test number
    633568088256
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteParking brake req's adjustment

  21. Pass54,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    54,265 miles
    Test number
    362510697225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,265 miles (+1,942)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,265 miles
    Test number
    752060397274
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass52,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    52,323 miles
    Test number
    354121496241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R293 RPR

Does R293 RPR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R293 RPR expired on 28 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R293 RPR?
The MOT on R293 RPR expired on 28 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R293 RPR done?
R293 RPR was recorded at 136,818 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 5,197 miles a year.
Has R293 RPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R293 RPR has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on R293 RPR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Oct 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R293 RPR find?
R293 RPR failed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 4 dangerous defects, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 13 more.

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