What year Vauxhall Cavalier Cd I is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1987 Vauxhall Cavalier Cd I has the highest pass rate at 100.0%, out of 3,601 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Vauxhall Cavalier Cd I MOT failures?

The most common Vauxhall Cavalier Cd I MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Vauxhall Cavalier Cd I — Reliability by Year

6,818 vehicles · MOT data 1986–1988 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Vauxhall Cavalier Cd I was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

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Best pass rate year

1987

100.0% pass rate · 3,601 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1988

83.3% pass rate · 2,365 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1988	83.3%	53,673 mi	2,365
1987	100.0%	86,582 mi	3,601
1986	—	—	852

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