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CLG 715S

1978 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,940 mi
Last recorded88,940 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier61,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLG 715S
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 88,940 miles

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 15 Jun 2022 87,309 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

diff oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2022 87,306 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

diff oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2021 85,655 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 84,658 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 82,661 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 82,113 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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CLG 715S is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 61,237 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 CLG 715S, 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 48 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 CLG 715S?

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What year was CLG 715S registered?

CLG 715S is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is CLG 715S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLG 715S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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