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J127 PWL

1992 Vauxhall Cavalier

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

50,939 mi
Last recorded50,939 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier110,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ127 PWL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 50,939 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 50,906 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 50,906 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 50,837 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 50,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 50,584 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 50,295 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 49,788 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 49,317 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 48,794 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 48,309 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 47,312 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 45,214 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 43,901 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 42,709 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 41,195 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 39,370 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 37,899 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 36,395 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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J127 PWL is a 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 110,771 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 J127 PWL, 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 34 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J127 PWL registered?

J127 PWL is a 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 9 April 1992.

Is J127 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J127 PWL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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