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B3 ACK

1987 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,177 mi
Last recorded81,177 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 ACK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 81,177 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 80,671 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 80,085 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 79,618 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 79,325 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 79,059 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 78,745 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 78,346 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 78,017 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 77,498 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 77,241 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 76,325 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 75,992 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 75,815 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 75,461 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 74,979 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 74,414 miles

Oil leak

fuel pipes under car corroded

offside rear tyre cut on tread

Pass 22 Apr 2009 73,558 miles

ns outer starting to corrode

Pass 2 May 2008 72,414 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 72,077 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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B3 ACK is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 55,423 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 B3 ACK, 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 39 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 B3 ACK registered?

B3 ACK is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is B3 ACK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 ACK shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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