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BCV 603T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

24,411 mi
Last recorded24,411 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCV 603T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 24,411 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 24,411 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2014 24,283 miles

o/s rear tyre slighty perished.

Pass 19 Sep 2011 24,209 miles

o/s rear tyre perished

Pass 20 Sep 2010 24,020 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 23,761 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 23,756 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 23,456 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 23,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside rear tyre perished around sidewall

Pass 15 Sep 2007 23,149 miles

offside rear tyre perished around sidewall

Fail 6 Jul 2006 22,788 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 22,788 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 22,453 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 22,453 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.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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BCV 603T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1979 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 45,321 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 BCV 603T, 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 47 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BCV 603T registered?

BCV 603T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is BCV 603T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCV 603T shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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