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M137 LVV

1995 Vauxhall Cavalier

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,101 mi
Last recorded75,101 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1995 Vauxhall Cavalier112,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM137 LVV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 75,101 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Oil leak ()

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

both rear top coil spring mounts corroded

engine lamp on

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 75,099 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Oil leak ()

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

both rear top coil spring mounts corroded

engine lamp on

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 70,439 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipes from front to rear of vehicle have corrosion

N/s/r and o/s/r sills have corrosion forming.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 69,224 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 66,104 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 66,104 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 63,224 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 60,394 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 57,264 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 11 Aug 2011 57,256 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2010 52,219 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 52,190 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 72,878 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 72,878 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 44,463 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 44,463 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 40,416 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 36,989 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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M137 LVV is a 1995 Vauxhall Cavalier in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 112,902 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 M137 LVV, 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 31 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M137 LVV registered?

M137 LVV is a 1995 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 14 July 1995.

Is M137 LVV safe to buy?

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