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Vauxhall Cavalier

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 2,498 cc

K85 GHLMOT history

K85 GHL is a black petrol Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 7 May 1993. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 181,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
181,727 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K85 GHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Cavalier
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
7 May 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K85 GHL was last recorded at 181,727 miles on 27 May 2026, 1,860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,867 miles · 10 Aug 2018
Between the last two tests
1,860 miles
Average per year
1,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,727 miles
  • 2018 – 179,867 miles
  • 2017 – 179,741 miles
  • 2015 – 178,686 miles
  • 2014 – 177,556 miles
  • 2013 – 175,502 miles
  • 2012 – 173,157 miles
  • 2011 – 169,660 miles
  • 2010 – 166,972 miles
  • 2009 – 166,410 miles
  • 2008 – 161,853 miles
  • 2007 – 156,184 miles
  • 2006 – 152,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,727 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ( rear end ) (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ( rear end ) (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,727 miles (+1,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    181,727 miles
    Test number
    481180527035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass179,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    179,867 miles
    Test number
    443177782418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail179,867 miles (+126)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,867 miles
    Test number
    529071371627
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass179,741 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    179,741 miles
    Test number
    592774511616
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ( rear end ) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ( rear end ) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  5. Fail179,729 miles (+1,043)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,729 miles
    Test number
    419745644435
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring split & corroded (3.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring split & corroded (3.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ( rear end ) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ( rear end ) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass178,686 miles (+1,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    178,686 miles
    Test number
    166580066985
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (rear end) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (rear end) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass177,556 miles (+2,054)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    177,556 miles
    Test number
    607516124398
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  8. Fail175,502 miles2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,502 miles
    Test number
    666089933350
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass175,502 miles (+2,345)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    175,502 miles
    Test number
    877829133334
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass173,157 miles (+3,497)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    173,157 miles
    Test number
    858421442349
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass169,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    169,660 miles
    Test number
    905438221321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail169,660 miles (+2,688)3 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,660 miles
    Test number
    718307321381
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass166,972 miles (+562)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    166,972 miles
    Test number
    492453310476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass166,410 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    166,410 miles
    Test number
    231043579143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail166,355 miles (+4,502)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,355 miles
    Test number
    612600679166
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  16. Pass161,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    161,853 miles
    Test number
    231288378149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail161,853 miles (+5,669)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,853 miles
    Test number
    530528778108
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass156,184 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    156,184 miles
    Test number
    120324077154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail156,141 miles (+3,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,141 miles
    Test number
    974083477166
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass152,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    152,871 miles
    Test number
    351677746169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K85 GHL

Does K85 GHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K85 GHL is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K85 GHL?
The MOT on K85 GHL is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K85 GHL done?
K85 GHL was recorded at 181,727 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 1,443 miles a year.
Has K85 GHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K85 GHL has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on K85 GHL 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 K85 GHL find?
K85 GHL passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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