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L163 RGX

1993 Vauxhall Cavalier

White Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

86,638 mi
Last recorded86,638 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Cavalier120,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL163 RGX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 86,638 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2025 76,180 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak radiator

exhaust system corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2025 76,177 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Coolant leak radiator

exhaust system corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2019 76,067 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 75,231 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 75,125 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 74,782 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 72,699 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 69,983 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 69,807 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 69,715 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 69,439 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 68,873 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 67,767 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

crack in screen near side out side ofwiper

Pass 9 Jul 2010 67,767 miles

crack in screen near side out side ofwiper

Pass 8 Jul 2009 65,964 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 65,391 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 65,100 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 63,237 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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L163 RGX is a 1993 Vauxhall Cavalier in White with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 120,358 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 L163 RGX, 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 33 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L163 RGX registered?

L163 RGX is a 1993 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L163 RGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L163 RGX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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