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D836 URA

1987 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,643 mi
Last recorded92,643 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD836 URA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 92,643 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 92,584 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 92,520 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 92,363 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 92,223 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 92,083 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 91,906 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 91,838 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 91,640 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 91,444 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 91,444 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 91,262 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 91,119 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 91,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2008 90,908 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 90,643 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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D836 URA is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D836 URA, 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 D836 URA registered?

D836 URA is a 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D836 URA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D836 URA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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