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XMO 847T

1978 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,594 mi
Last recorded74,594 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier61,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMO 847T
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 74,594 miles

UNDERBODY, SUSPENSION, AND COMPONENTS RUSTING,STEERING SUSPENSION DUST COVERS WORN

Fail 5 Jun 2015 74,585 miles

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

UNDERBODY, SUSPENSION, AND COMPONENTS RUSTING,STEERING SUSPENSION DUST COVERS WORN

Pass 12 Dec 2013 74,530 miles

RUSTING THROUGHOUT

STEERING RACK BOOTS AND BALL JOINT RUBBERS DETREORATING

THICK UNDERSEAL EVERY WHERE

Fail 2 Dec 2013 74,540 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

RUSTING THROUGHOUT

STEERING RACK BOOTS AND BALL JOINT RUBBERS DETREORATING

THICK UNDERSEAL EVERY WHERE

Pass 11 Jul 2012 74,287 miles

UNDERBODY AND CHASSIS RUSTING, STEERING AND SUSPENSION DUST COVERS WORN, STEERING RACK BOOTS CRACKING, SUSPENSION COMPONENTS RUSTING, BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO RUST

Pass 6 Jun 2011 73,727 miles

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS STARTING TO RUST, BRAKE PIPES RUSTING

Pass 8 Jun 2010 72,895 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHT WALL CRACKING, EXHAUST RUSTING, WIPER BLADES WORN, BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO RUST

Pass 19 May 2009 71,799 miles

CHASSIS RUSTING,REAR TYRES SLIGHT CRACKING TO SIDE WALL,NS FRONT WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT NOISE

Pass 19 May 2008 71,246 miles

FRONT SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS UNDERSEALED

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 16 May 2007 70,826 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 69,772 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 69,750 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

UNDERBODY AND SUSPENSION RUSTING

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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XMO 847T is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XMO 847T, 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

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What year was XMO 847T registered?

XMO 847T is a 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 8 December 1978.

Is XMO 847T safe to buy?

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