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FEO 39X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Orange Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,291 mi
Last recorded53,291 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEO 39X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 53,291 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 52,069 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 51,613 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 51,474 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 16 May 2018 51,468 miles

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 May 2017 51,031 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 51,004 miles

nearside front wheel bearing worn

Pass 6 Mar 2015 50,707 miles

slight play in steering

Pass 26 Mar 2013 50,697 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 50,433 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 49,541 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 49,289 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside inner wing slighty corrored

Fail 26 Mar 2009 49,179 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 49,179 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 48,653 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 48,581 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 46,606 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 46,601 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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FEO 39X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Orange with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FEO 39X, 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 FEO 39X registered?

FEO 39X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is FEO 39X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEO 39X shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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