Vauxhall Cavalier Expression (1991)
1991 Vauxhall Cavalier Expression
CarHunch is tracking 196 1991 Vauxhall Cavalier Expression vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
Every single one of the 196 petrol Cavaliers in this dataset failed its MOT on first attempt—a stark 0% pass rate against the UK average of 80%—and none have ever passed at all, which is the clearest possible signal that these cars are beyond roadworthy condition. The 0% dangerous defect rate is irrelevant here; these vehicles simply don't meet minimum legal standards.
At 33 years old, any 1991 Cavalier that still exists is effectively a museum piece rather than functional transport, and this cohort reflects cars that are either non-running or so compromised that MOT testing is academic. Do not buy one of these cars expecting to drive it legally; if you own one, treat it as a restoration project requiring a full mechanical overhaul before any road use is possible.
We have 196 1991 Vauxhall Cavalier Expression vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1991 Vauxhall Cavalier Expression
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 195 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
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