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C8 VSR

1994 Vauxhall Cavalier

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,914 mi
Last recorded134,914 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1994 Vauxhall Cavalier118,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 VSR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 134,914 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 134,652 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 134,095 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 133,316 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 131,015 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 130,317 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 144,995 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 142,895 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 142,895 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 13,754 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 137,530 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2008 132,649 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 132,638 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 123,282 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2005 114,351 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2005 114,351 miles

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

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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C8 VSR is a 1994 Vauxhall Cavalier in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 118,174 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 C8 VSR, 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 32 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C8 VSR registered?

C8 VSR is a 1994 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 2 August 1994.

Is C8 VSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 VSR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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