MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,871 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
near side rear bumper quarter missing exposeing sharp edges
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cavalier?
Based on 791,158 MOT tests across 179,147 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E226 FMV is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 E226 FMV, 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 E226 FMV?
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What year was E226 FMV registered?
E226 FMV is a 1988 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 21 May 1988.
Is E226 FMV safe to buy?
The MOT history for E226 FMV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does E226 FMV have outstanding finance?
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