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F54 JGX

1988 Vauxhall Cavalier

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

19,606 mi
Last recorded19,606 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier62,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF54 JGX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 19,606 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 19,088 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced reflector (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 May 2016 19,086 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced reflector (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 19,001 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 19,001 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 17,393 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 12,750 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 12,716 miles

n/s/r seat removed

Fail 26 Aug 2009 12,716 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2008 12,546 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 12,546 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 12,314 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 12,314 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 44,154 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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F54 JGX is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F54 JGX, 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 F54 JGX?

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What year was F54 JGX registered?

F54 JGX is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 26 August 1988.

Is F54 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F54 JGX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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