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FWW 270Y

1983 Vauxhall Cavalier

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,534 mi
Last recorded60,534 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier53,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWW 270Y
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 May 2023 60,534 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 60,481 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 60,463 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 60,440 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 60,355 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 60,285 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 60,186 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 60,134 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 60,026 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 59,876 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 59,821 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 59,697 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 59,348 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 59,286 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 59,190 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 59,097 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 58,254 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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FWW 270Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 53,928 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 FWW 270Y, 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 43 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 FWW 270Y?

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What year was FWW 270Y registered?

FWW 270Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 March 1983.

Is FWW 270Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWW 270Y 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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