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DMA 213X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

72,323 mi
Last recorded72,323 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMA 213X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 72,323 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 68,270 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 63,439 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 56,215 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 51,945 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 51,920 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 50,563 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 50,325 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 50,318 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 50,129 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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DMA 213X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 DMA 213X, 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 DMA 213X registered?

DMA 213X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is DMA 213X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMA 213X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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