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B307 APU

1985 Vauxhall Cavalier

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,364 mi
Last recorded75,364 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Cavalier59,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB307 APU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 75,364 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 75,339 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 75,222 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 75,154 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 75,105 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 74,821 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 73,851 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 72,441 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 72,441 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 66,792 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Dec 2008 66,236 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 65,545 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 64,471 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 63,827 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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B307 APU is a 1985 Vauxhall Cavalier in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1985 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 59,630 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 B307 APU, 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 41 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B307 APU registered?

B307 APU is a 1985 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B307 APU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B307 APU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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