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TAO 433S

1977 Vauxhall Cavalier

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,243 mi
Last recorded71,243 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier50,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAO 433S
MakeVauxhall
ModelCavalier
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2025 71,243 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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TAO 433S is a 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 TAO 433S, 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 TAO 433S registered?

TAO 433S is a 1977 Vauxhall Cavalier, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is TAO 433S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAO 433S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAO 433S have outstanding finance?

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