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C951 MHK

1986 Vauxhall Cavalier

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

71,937 mi
Last recorded71,937 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier53,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC951 MHK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2024 71,937 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 71,937 miles

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

corrosion boot floor

Pass 11 Feb 2023 71,617 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 70,193 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 67,105 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 67,104 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 59,229 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing slightly on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 59,227 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing slightly on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 47,119 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 34,729 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 24,173 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 12,382 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 12,382 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 2,738 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 93,255 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 84,178 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 74,892 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 64,258 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 54,734 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 40,040 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 40,040 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 31,473 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 53,927 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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C951 MHK is a 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 C951 MHK, 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

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What year was C951 MHK registered?

C951 MHK is a 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 6 May 1986.

Is C951 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C951 MHK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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