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BBP 997

1992 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,505 mi
Last recorded87,505 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier110,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBP 997
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2025 87,505 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 86,573 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 85,783 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 84,380 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 82,453 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 81,110 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 79,612 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 77,212 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 75,105 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 72,771 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 69,957 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 67,077 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 63,668 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 59,110 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 52,124 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 45,742 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 41,121 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 36,115 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 30,755 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 27,746 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 24,350 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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BBP 997 is a 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 110,771 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 BBP 997, 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 34 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 BBP 997 registered?

BBP 997 is a 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 14 August 1992.

Is BBP 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBP 997 shows 21 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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