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H998 FLN

1990 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,418 mi
Last recorded53,418 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Vauxhall Cavalier108,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH998 FLN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 53,418 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 53,412 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 53,412 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 53,399 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 53,204 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 53,139 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 52,979 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 52,773 miles

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 52,536 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 52,378 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 52,080 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 51,834 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 51,550 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 51,233 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 50,893 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 50,580 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 50,204 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 50,204 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 49,640 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 48,704 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 48,109 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 47,531 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 47,531 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 47,531 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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H998 FLN is a 1990 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1990 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 108,026 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 H998 FLN, 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 36 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 H998 FLN registered?

H998 FLN is a 1990 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 5 November 1990.

Is H998 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H998 FLN shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H998 FLN have outstanding finance?

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