MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,066 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
N/S/F tyre deteriorated but not showing cords or ply
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
O/S/F tyre deteriorated but not showing cords or ply
O/S/R tyre deteriorated but not showing cords or ply
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Coolant leak
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
Coolant leak
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cavalier?
Based on 791,158 MOT tests across 179,147 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VWG 501S is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 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 VWG 501S, 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.
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How do I check the history of VWG 501S?
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What year was VWG 501S registered?
VWG 501S is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 22 June 1978.
Is VWG 501S safe to buy?
The MOT history for VWG 501S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VWG 501S have outstanding finance?
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