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RYW 417R

1977 Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,222 mi
Last recorded40,222 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier50,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYW 417R
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 40,222 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 38,412 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 36,303 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 32,989 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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RYW 417R is a 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier in Blue with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 RYW 417R, 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 RYW 417R registered?

RYW 417R is a 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 2 May 1977.

Is RYW 417R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYW 417R shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RYW 417R have outstanding finance?

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