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OAK 716X

1981 Vauxhall Cavalier

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,467 mi
Last recorded88,467 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier54,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAK 716X
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 88,467 miles

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

Vehicle under sealed

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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OAK 716X is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 54,474 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 OAK 716X, 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 45 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OAK 716X registered?

OAK 716X is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 9 November 1981.

Is OAK 716X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAK 716X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OAK 716X have outstanding finance?

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