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M253 TDB

1998 Vauxhall Cavalier

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,452 mi
Last recorded68,452 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Cavalier128,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM253 TDB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2007 68,452 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 68,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 65,568 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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M253 TDB is a 1998 Vauxhall Cavalier in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 128,723 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 M253 TDB, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M253 TDB registered?

M253 TDB is a 1998 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is M253 TDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M253 TDB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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