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A874 KDV

1983 Vauxhall Chevette

Black Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,251 mi
Last recorded91,251 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette46,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA874 KDV
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 91,251 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 91,251 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2007 86,651 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 86,648 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2006 82,189 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 82,176 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

slight damage to n /s /f lower wishbone.

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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A874 KDV is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette in Black with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A874 KDV, 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 A874 KDV registered?

A874 KDV is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 10 August 1983.

Is A874 KDV safe to buy?

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