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MPH 181P

1976 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

14,405 mi
Last recorded14,405 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 1976 Vauxhall Cavalier50,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPH 181P
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 14,405 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 14,354 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 143,537 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 14,310 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 14,302 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 14,290 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 14,268 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 14,247 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 14,214 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 14,156 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 13,994 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 138,505 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 13,756 miles

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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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MPH 181P is a 1976 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1976 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 50,575 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 MPH 181P, 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 50 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 MPH 181P?

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What year was MPH 181P registered?

MPH 181P is a 1976 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 7 April 1976.

Is MPH 181P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPH 181P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPH 181P have outstanding finance?

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