VAUXHALL CAVALIER MOT Pass Rate
78.3% of 2,876 VAUXHALL CAVALIER MOT tests pass.
The CAVALIER has a pass rate of 78.3%, a little higher than the average across all VAUXHALL models (73.5%).
The VAUXHALL CAVALIER's pass rate of 78.3% is in line with the national average for cars, at 79.2%.
Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 78.3% | 2,876 | 99,772 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VAUXHALL CAVALIER
The most common reason the VAUXHALL CAVALIER fails its MOT is suspension — present in 55.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 55.6% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 55.6% | Not working |
| Brakes | 46.9% | Excessively corroded |
| Body, chassis, structure | 38.3% | Or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 34.9% | Carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits |
| Visibility | 22.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 12.0% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Tyres | 6.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Steering | 5.3% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.4% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related VAUXHALL models
- VAUXHALL CORSA — 73.3% pass rate
- VAUXHALL ASTRA — 73.2% pass rate
- VAUXHALL MOKKA — 78.1% pass rate
- VAUXHALL INSIGNIA — 75.4% pass rate
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA — 69.3% pass rate
- VAUXHALL VIVARO — 64.8% pass rate