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C611 CKO

1985 Vauxhall Cavalier

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,060 mi
Last recorded108,060 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2021
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Cavalier59,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC611 CKO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2021 108,060 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 30 Nov 2020 3,499 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 98,243 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 92,023 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 92,023 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 89,655 miles

has slight rust underneath but not holed

Fail 7 Dec 2017 89,655 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

has slight rust underneath but not holed

Pass 28 Jul 2009 89,643 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 89,643 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2008 89,588 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 89,588 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2007 89,577 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 89,577 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 89,271 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 89,271 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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C611 CKO is a 1985 Vauxhall Cavalier in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 59,630 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 Cavalier fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 63,789 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C611 CKO, 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 41 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C611 CKO registered?

C611 CKO is a 1985 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 3 October 1985.

Is C611 CKO safe to buy?

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