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E72 MEF

1988 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,507 mi
Last recorded13,507 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier62,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE72 MEF
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2023 13,507 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 13,316 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 13,016 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 12,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 12,295 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 12,124 miles

nsr tyre perrished

slight brake bind nsf

smell of petrol no leak

Pass 21 Jul 2011 12,101 miles

N/S/F BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

N/SR.HANDBRAKE CABLE STARTING TO CORRODE

Pass 16 Jul 2010 11,478 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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E72 MEF is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 62,661 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 E72 MEF, 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 38 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 E72 MEF?

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What year was E72 MEF registered?

E72 MEF is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E72 MEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E72 MEF shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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