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A978 RKX

1984 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,649 mi
Last recorded76,649 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette46,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA978 RKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 76,649 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front tyres slightly perished

brake pedal no reserve travel

Pass 3 Apr 2014 76,650 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 76,649 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 71,356 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 76,649 miles

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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A978 RKX is a 1984 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1984 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 46,595 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 A978 RKX, 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 42 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A978 RKX registered?

A978 RKX is a 1984 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 12 March 1984.

Is A978 RKX safe to buy?

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