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B290 TUM

1984 Vauxhall Chevette

White Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

22,816 mi
Last recorded22,816 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette46,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB290 TUM
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 22,816 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 22,816 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2021 22,809 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 22,809 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2017 22,727 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2017 22,720 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 22,530 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 22,529 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2015 22,198 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 21,799 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 19,677 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 19,677 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 18,255 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 18,255 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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B290 TUM is a 1984 Vauxhall Chevette in White with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 B290 TUM, 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 B290 TUM registered?

B290 TUM is a 1984 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 31 August 1984.

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