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FVW 392Y

1982 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,223 mi
Last recorded98,223 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2006
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier51,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVW 392Y
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2006 98,223 miles

All metal brake pipes starting to corrode

All suspension shows general age & wear

Free play at steering wheel just meets criteria

Front tyres worn on edges

Play in both sides fron top suspension mounts

Upper & under body corroding

oil leak

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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FVW 392Y is a 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 51,904 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 FVW 392Y, 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 44 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 FVW 392Y registered?

FVW 392Y is a 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 10 November 1982.

Is FVW 392Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVW 392Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FVW 392Y have outstanding finance?

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