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A831 NTM

1983 Vauxhall Chevette

Gold Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,545 mi
Last recorded82,545 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2009
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette46,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA831 NTM
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2009 82,545 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2009 82,531 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 78,719 miles

Offside and nearside front doors corroding

Fail 8 Aug 2008 78,704 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside and nearside front doors corroding

Pass 14 Aug 2007 74,435 miles

Front doors corroding

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 70,284 miles

extensive welding repairs previously carried out

front pads near limit of wear

track control arm inner bushes perishing

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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A831 NTM is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette in Gold with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A831 NTM, 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 A831 NTM registered?

A831 NTM is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A831 NTM safe to buy?

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