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CTU 245X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,798 mi
Last recorded53,798 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTU 245X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 53,798 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 53,138 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2012 53,138 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 52,742 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 51,965 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 51,256 miles

fast speed wiper fault brake service

Fail 21 Mar 2009 51,256 miles

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

fast speed wiper fault brake service

Pass 12 Feb 2008 48,820 miles

brake service

Fail 22 Sep 2006 48,555 miles

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

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

brake service

Pass 22 Sep 2006 48,555 miles

brake service

Fail 17 Aug 2005 47,078 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2005 47,078 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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CTU 245X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 49,509 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 CTU 245X, 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 45 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 CTU 245X registered?

CTU 245X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is CTU 245X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTU 245X shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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