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C949 GNY

1986 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,174 mi
Last recorded39,174 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier53,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC949 GNY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 39,174 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 39,121 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 38,996 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 38,994 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 38,992 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 38,982 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 38,976 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 38,950 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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C949 GNY is a 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 53,022 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 C949 GNY, 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 40 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C949 GNY?

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What year was C949 GNY registered?

C949 GNY is a 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C949 GNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C949 GNY shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C949 GNY have outstanding finance?

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