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TFL 370S

1978 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,113 mi
Last recorded17,113 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier61,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFL 370S
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 17,113 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 17,076 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 17,064 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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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TFL 370S is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 61,237 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 TFL 370S, 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 48 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TFL 370S?

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What year was TFL 370S registered?

TFL 370S is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is TFL 370S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFL 370S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TFL 370S have outstanding finance?

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