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C4 VKL

1989 Vauxhall Cavalier

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,600 mi
Last recorded96,600 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier104,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 VKL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1989
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 96,600 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 78,428 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cavalier?

Based on 791,158 MOT tests across 179,147 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
4,678
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
179,147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63,789
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61,692
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 58,060
constant velocity joint gaiter split 47,336
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34,943
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C4 VKL is a 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 104,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Cavalier fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 63,789 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C4 VKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Cavalier typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C4 VKL registered?

C4 VKL is a 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is C4 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 VKL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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