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E138 FCD

1988 Vauxhall Cavalier

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,813 mi
Last recorded70,813 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier62,661 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE138 FCD
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2014 70,813 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 70,633 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 69,557 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 69,542 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 67,970 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 66,452 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 65,280 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 63,876 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 61,646 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 59,902 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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E138 FCD is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 62,661 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 E138 FCD, 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 38 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E138 FCD?

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What year was E138 FCD registered?

E138 FCD is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E138 FCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E138 FCD shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E138 FCD have outstanding finance?

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