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D730 FEA

1986 Vauxhall Cavalier

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

44,391 mi
Last recorded44,391 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier53,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD730 FEA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 44,391 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 44,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 44,273 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 44,173 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 44,164 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 44,125 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 44,051 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 44,051 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 44,036 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 44,007 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 43,797 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 43,747 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 43,734 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 43,422 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 43,271 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 43,243 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 43,185 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 43,092 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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D730 FEA is a 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 D730 FEA, 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 D730 FEA registered?

D730 FEA is a 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 29 September 1986.

Is D730 FEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D730 FEA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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