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A773 EGY

1983 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

55,825 mi
Last recorded55,825 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier53,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA773 EGY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 55,825 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 55,717 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Could be parking brake ? (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 55,520 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 55,217 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 54,985 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 54,311 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 52,709 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 51,424 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 50,212 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 48,981 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 46,980 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 45,391 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 43,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 42,003 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 40,953 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 39,730 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 39,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 38,486 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 37,002 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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A773 EGY is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 A773 EGY, 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 A773 EGY registered?

A773 EGY is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 27 October 1983.

Is A773 EGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A773 EGY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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