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J189 MOY

1992 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,855 mi
Last recorded84,855 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

RegistrationJ189 MOY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 84,855 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 79,984 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 79,981 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 76,410 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 76,409 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 74,904 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 71,954 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 71,954 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Coolant leak

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 71,357 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 71,351 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 71,351 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 70,749 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 70,749 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 69,991 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 68,911 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 67,410 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 66,056 miles

o/s/r tyre starting to crack

Pass 20 Mar 2014 64,017 miles

both rear outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2013 62,035 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 59,839 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 57,527 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 54,739 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 54,739 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 51,878 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 51,878 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 49,257 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 47,106 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 45,270 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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J189 MOY is a 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J189 MOY, 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 J189 MOY registered?

J189 MOY is a 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 15 April 1992.

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