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CGE 953S

1978 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,614 mi
Last recorded55,614 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2010
Typical for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette46,058 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGE 953S
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2010 55,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 55,614 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 55,614 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 55,614 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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CGE 953S is a 1978 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 46,058 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 CGE 953S, 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 48 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CGE 953S?

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What year was CGE 953S registered?

CGE 953S is a 1978 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 25 July 1978.

Is CGE 953S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGE 953S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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