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R293 SCF

1998 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,946 mi
Last recorded143,946 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Cavalier128,723 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR293 SCF
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2007 143,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 126,065 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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R293 SCF is a 1998 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R293 SCF, 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 R293 SCF registered?

R293 SCF is a 1998 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R293 SCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R293 SCF shows 2 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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