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JHO 149S

1978 Vauxhall Cavalier

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,737 mi
Last recorded38,737 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier61,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHO 149S
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2018 38,737 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 37,935 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 35,665 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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JHO 149S is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 61,237 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 JHO 149S, 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 48 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 JHO 149S?

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What year was JHO 149S registered?

JHO 149S is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 5 June 1978.

Is JHO 149S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHO 149S shows 3 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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