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E146 GPE

1988 Vauxhall Cavalier

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,467 mi
Last recorded2,467 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier62,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE146 GPE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 2,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 2,303 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 2,222 miles

n/s/f tyre worn and cracking on edges

Pass 25 Sep 2013 1,758 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 1,756 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 May 2013 1,730 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 1,541 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 1,311 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 1,311 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 12 May 2010 1,053 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 1,053 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 741 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 288 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 99,429 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 97,731 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2006 97,731 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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E146 GPE is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E146 GPE, 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.

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What year was E146 GPE registered?

E146 GPE is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 19 January 1988.

Is E146 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E146 GPE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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