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Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue · Petrol · 1989 · 1,998 cc

F128 CAHMOT history

F128 CAH is a blue petrol Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 21 Feb 1989. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,382 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F128 CAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Cavalier
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
21 Feb 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F128 CAH was last recorded at 83,382 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 2,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,837 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,545 miles
Average per year
1,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,382 miles
  • 2025 – 80,837 miles
  • 2024 – 78,509 miles
  • 2023 – 76,237 miles
  • 2021 – 73,186 miles
  • 2020 – 71,138 miles
  • 2019 – 68,849 miles
  • 2018 – 66,519 miles
  • 2017 – 64,954 miles
  • 2016 – 62,973 miles
  • 2015 – 62,085 miles
  • 2014 – 59,401 miles
  • 2013 – 57,777 miles
  • 2012 – 57,343 miles
  • 2009 – 57,194 miles
  • 2008 – 57,020 miles
  • 2007 – 56,844 miles
  • 2006 – 56,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,382 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,382 miles (+2,545)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,382 miles
    Test number
    360193182553
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass80,837 miles (+2,328)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    80,837 miles
    Test number
    626541015541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,509 miles (+2,272)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    78,509 miles
    Test number
    685496750770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner floor/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Inner arch (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,237 miles (+3,051)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    76,237 miles
    Test number
    199803204981
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass73,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,186 miles
    Test number
    415350218360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail73,186 miles (+2,048)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,186 miles
    Test number
    114196974381
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,138 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    71,138 miles
    Test number
    357350477216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail71,138 miles (+2,289)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,138 miles
    Test number
    580952532300
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass68,849 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,849 miles
    Test number
    589766781944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail68,839 miles (+2,320)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,839 miles
    Test number
    521127921543
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass66,519 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,519 miles
    Test number
    106329200214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen damage

  12. Fail66,519 miles (+1,565)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,519 miles
    Test number
    812164337548
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen damage

  13. Pass64,954 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,954 miles
    Test number
    318552102913
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock is soft
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail64,954 miles (+1,981)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,954 miles
    Test number
    995204856525
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock is soft
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass62,973 miles (+888)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,973 miles
    Test number
    142138936735
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is splitting in the tread

  16. Pass62,085 miles (+2,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,085 miles
    Test number
    815730995159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,401 miles (+1,624)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,401 miles
    Test number
    829664054101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,777 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,777 miles
    Test number
    288225253184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,343 miles
    Test number
    538962312027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,343 miles (+149)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,343 miles
    Test number
    956792112062
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass57,194 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,194 miles
    Test number
    242332619444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,020 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,020 miles
    Test number
    371563018107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,844 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,844 miles
    Test number
    552630617131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    56,754 miles
    Test number
    460401916159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F128 CAH

Does F128 CAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F128 CAH is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on F128 CAH?
The MOT on F128 CAH is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F128 CAH done?
F128 CAH was recorded at 83,382 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 1,343 miles a year.
Has F128 CAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F128 CAH has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on F128 CAH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on F128 CAH find?
F128 CAH passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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