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CAC 786Y

1982 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,931 mi
Last recorded98,931 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette46,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAC 786Y
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 98,931 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Aug 2015 97,670 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 96,379 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 95,421 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 94,020 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 92,747 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 92,747 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 91,754 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

nsr tyer cracked but not exposing cords

oil leek on engine

Pass 20 Aug 2009 90,665 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 89,834 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 89,075 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 88,296 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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CAC 786Y is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1982 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 46,526 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 CAC 786Y, 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 44 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CAC 786Y registered?

CAC 786Y is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 10 September 1982.

Is CAC 786Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAC 786Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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