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M242 UEF

1996 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,163 mi
Last recorded64,163 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2011
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier108,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM242 UEF
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2011 64,163 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 61,299 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 60,201 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 59,790 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 59,119 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 58,318 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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M242 UEF is a 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 108,764 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 M242 UEF, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M242 UEF registered?

M242 UEF is a 1996 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 18 December 1996.

Is M242 UEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M242 UEF shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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