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N487 MCW

1996 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,028 mi
Last recorded174,028 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2007
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier108,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN487 MCW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2007 174,028 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 11 Nov 2006 169,886 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 165,550 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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N487 MCW is a 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 108,764 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 N487 MCW, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N487 MCW registered?

N487 MCW is a 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 19 December 1996.

Is N487 MCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N487 MCW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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