MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,383 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Headlamp switch faulty main beam (1.7.1)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front brake slight bind
Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cavalier?
Based on 791,158 MOT tests across 179,147 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PFX 799W is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 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 PFX 799W, 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.
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How do I check the history of PFX 799W?
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What year was PFX 799W registered?
PFX 799W is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 June 1981.
Is PFX 799W safe to buy?
The MOT history for PFX 799W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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