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TUR 558W

1981 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,225 mi
Last recorded65,225 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier54,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUR 558W
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 65,225 miles

Nearside Rear chassis box has traces of filler

all suspension components slightly corroded

both sides rear inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 30 May 2014 63,363 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 30 May 2014 63,363 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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TUR 558W is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TUR 558W, 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

How do I check the history of TUR 558W?

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What year was TUR 558W registered?

TUR 558W is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 18 March 1981.

Is TUR 558W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUR 558W 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.

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