MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,559 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cavalier?
Based on 791,158 MOT tests across 179,147 vehicles.
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VUX 852Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier in Gold with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 53,928 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 VUX 852Y, 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 43 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was VUX 852Y registered?
VUX 852Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 April 1983.
Is VUX 852Y safe to buy?
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