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GYX 75W

1981 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

71,629 mi
Last recorded71,629 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2006
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier54,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYX 75W
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2006 71,629 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

fuel smell in boot

nearside rear wheel arch corrosion

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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GYX 75W is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 54,474 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 GYX 75W, 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 45 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GYX 75W registered?

GYX 75W is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is GYX 75W safe to buy?

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