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WRH 237X

1981 Vauxhall Cavalier

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,532 mi
Last recorded68,532 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier54,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRH 237X
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 68,532 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 68,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 67,477 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 66,352 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 64,839 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 63,414 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 63,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 62,594 miles

corrosion to nearside front inner wheel arch

corrosion to offside front inner wheel arch

corrosion to offside rear sill back

Pass 5 Jun 2008 61,922 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 60,653 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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WRH 237X is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 WRH 237X, 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 WRH 237X?

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What year was WRH 237X registered?

WRH 237X is a 1981 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is WRH 237X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRH 237X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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