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N726 UCF

1996 Vauxhall Cavalier

Black Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

175,204 mi
Last recorded175,204 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2009
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier108,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN726 UCF
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2009 175,204 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front shock absorbers weak

smoke test not done

Pass 9 Jun 2008 175,204 miles

Offside rear tyre on limit.

Fail 5 Jun 2008 175,204 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Offside rear tyre on limit.

Pass 14 May 2007 173,912 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 173,912 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2006 162,519 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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N726 UCF is a 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier in Black with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N726 UCF, 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 N726 UCF registered?

N726 UCF is a 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N726 UCF safe to buy?

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