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JHU 160X

1982 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,987 mi
Last recorded43,987 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2005
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier51,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHU 160X
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2005 43,987 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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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JHU 160X is a 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 51,904 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 JHU 160X, 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 44 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 JHU 160X?

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What year was JHU 160X registered?

JHU 160X is a 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 12 March 1982.

Is JHU 160X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHU 160X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JHU 160X have outstanding finance?

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