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A479 JHG

1983 Vauxhall Chevette

Green Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,175 mi
Last recorded47,175 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2007
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette46,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA479 JHG
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2007 47,175 miles

Both front wings and rear wheel arches showing signs of corrosion.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 46,385 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 45,578 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2005 45,531 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Chevette?

Based on 7,438 MOT tests across 1,234 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
501
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 705
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 286
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 219
Steering rack gaiter split 194
Headlamp aim too high 168
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A479 JHG is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette in Green with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Chevette fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 705 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A479 JHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Chevette typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 43 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A479 JHG registered?

A479 JHG is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 18 August 1983.

Is A479 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A479 JHG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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