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OPX 654S

1977 Vauxhall Cavalier

Gold Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

58,976 mi
Last recorded58,976 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier50,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPX 654S
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1977
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 58,976 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has deterioration

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has slight deteriation

Pass 2 Feb 2016 58,950 miles

Centre exhaust rubbers have broken but exhaust is still suported

Nearside Front Tyre has slight deteriation

Offside Front Tyre has slight deteriation

Fail 2 Feb 2016 58,950 miles

Centre exhaust rubbers have broken but exhaust is still suported

Nearside Front Tyre has slight deteriation

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

Offside Front Tyre has slight deteriation

Pass 24 Feb 2015 58,728 miles

Centre exhaust rubbers have broken but exhaust is still suported

Nearside front tyre has slight deteriation on the inner and outer sidewalls

Offside front tyre has slight deteriation on the inner and outer sidewalls

Fail 24 Feb 2015 58,728 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Centre exhaust rubbers have broken but exhaust is still suported

Nearside front tyre has slight deteriation on the inner and outer sidewalls

Offside front tyre has slight deteriation on the inner and outer sidewalls

Pass 18 Feb 2010 58,381 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

radiator condition slightly deteriorating

Fail 8 Dec 2009 58,378 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Rear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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OPX 654S is a 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier in Gold with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 50,126 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 OPX 654S, 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 49 years old, this Vauxhall Cavalier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OPX 654S registered?

OPX 654S is a 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 1 August 1977.

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