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E830 BWC

1987 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,760 mi
Last recorded97,760 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier55,423 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE830 BWC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 May 2025 97,760 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 97,758 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 97,620 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 97,538 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 94,172 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 91,822 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 90,275 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 87,120 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 85,397 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 83,739 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 81,368 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 79,864 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 76,273 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 71,139 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 71,829 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 70,128 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 68,294 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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E830 BWC is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E830 BWC, 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

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What year was E830 BWC registered?

E830 BWC is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 7 December 1987.

Is E830 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E830 BWC shows 17 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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