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GGS 731Y

1982 Vauxhall Chevette

Green Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,936 mi
Last recorded81,936 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2008
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette46,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGS 731Y
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2008 81,936 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

advise bodywork in poor condition

Pass 20 Sep 2007 81,002 miles

genarel body work ageing

Fail 20 Sep 2007 81,002 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

genarel body work ageing

Pass 18 Oct 2006 80,250 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 80,250 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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GGS 731Y is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette in Green with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 GGS 731Y, 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 GGS 731Y registered?

GGS 731Y is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 19 November 1982.

Is GGS 731Y safe to buy?

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