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E49 CGY

1987 Vauxhall Cavalier

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,021 mi
Last recorded41,021 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier55,423 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE49 CGY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 41,021 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 41,016 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 40,999 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 40,994 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 40,511 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 39,928 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 39,092 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 37,226 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 36,071 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 36,018 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 35,626 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 35,489 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 35,489 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

n/s/front tyre has tear on inside wall

Pass 18 Aug 2008 35,047 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 34,478 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 33,997 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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E49 CGY is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 E49 CGY, 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.

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What year was E49 CGY registered?

E49 CGY is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E49 CGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E49 CGY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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