What year Vauxhall Cavalier Expression is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1995 Vauxhall Cavalier Expression has the highest pass rate at 86.9%, out of 1,594 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Vauxhall Cavalier Expression MOT failures?

The most common Vauxhall Cavalier Expression 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 Expression — Reliability by Year

7,077 vehicles · MOT data 1991–1995 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Vauxhall Cavalier Expression 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

1995

86.9% pass rate · 1,594 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1992

50.0% pass rate · 5,287 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1995	86.9%	91,776 mi	1,594
1992	50.0%	41,359 mi	5,287
1991	—	—	196

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