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E400 FGV

1987 Vauxhall Cavalier

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

61,757 mi
Last recorded61,757 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier55,423 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE400 FGV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 61,757 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 61,004 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 60,643 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 60,073 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 59,522 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 58,966 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 57,965 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 57,107 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 55,392 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 54,750 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 54,234 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 53,323 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 52,836 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 52,826 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 51,813 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 51,169 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 50,545 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 50,032 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 49,103 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 48,056 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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E400 FGV is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 55,423 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 E400 FGV, 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 39 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 E400 FGV?

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What year was E400 FGV registered?

E400 FGV is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 8 August 1987.

Is E400 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E400 FGV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E400 FGV have outstanding finance?

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