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F31 VAD

1989 Vauxhall Cavalier

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,999 mi
Last recorded59,999 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier104,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF31 VAD
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2006 59,999 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 58,872 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2005 58,872 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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F31 VAD is a 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 104,450 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 F31 VAD, 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 37 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F31 VAD registered?

F31 VAD is a 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 18 April 1989.

Is F31 VAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F31 VAD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F31 VAD have outstanding finance?

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