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A809 GGV

1983 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

86,244 mi
Last recorded86,244 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier53,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA809 GGV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 86,244 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 86,119 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 85,534 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 85,173 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 84,796 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 84,276 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 83,388 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 83,037 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 82,955 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 82,549 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 80,562 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 78,892 miles

as previous test

Fail 26 May 2007 78,892 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 77,165 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 77,165 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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A809 GGV is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A809 GGV, 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 A809 GGV registered?

A809 GGV is a 1983 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 29 October 1983.

Is A809 GGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A809 GGV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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