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A298 JJT

1983 Vauxhall Cavalier

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,241 mi
Last recorded84,241 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2008
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier53,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA298 JJT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2008 84,241 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion nearside and offside rear arches

corrosion through out under side

Pass 7 Sep 2007 82,126 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 79,452 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 76,892 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 76,892 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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A298 JJT is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 A298 JJT, 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 A298 JJT registered?

A298 JJT is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 7 December 1983.

Is A298 JJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A298 JJT shows 5 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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