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K364 JDT

1997 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,885 mi
Last recorded128,885 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2019
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Cavalier110,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK364 JDT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2019 128,885 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

under body corrosion

Pass 12 Sep 2017 128,778 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 127,531 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 126,348 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 125,098 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 124,035 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 122,937 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 121,734 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 120,499 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 119,317 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 117,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

corrosion on rear under sills .

Fail 8 Oct 2008 117,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

corrosion on rear under sills .

Pass 5 Oct 2007 115,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 115,698 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 112,797 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 109,246 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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K364 JDT is a 1997 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 110,578 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 K364 JDT, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K364 JDT registered?

K364 JDT is a 1997 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 15 August 1997.

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