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L205 JKN

1999 Vauxhall Cavalier

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

172,662 mi
Last recorded172,662 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2006
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Cavalier102,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL205 JKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2006 172,662 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 172,662 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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L205 JKN is a 1999 Vauxhall Cavalier in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 102,899 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 L205 JKN, 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 27 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L205 JKN registered?

L205 JKN is a 1999 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is L205 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L205 JKN 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.

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