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HIW 3579

1986 Vauxhall Belmont

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,710 mi
Last recorded4,710 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2021
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont58,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIW 3579
MakeVauxhall
ModelBelmont
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2021 4,710 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all suspension components corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 764 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f drop link bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front o/s/f lower crossmember holed

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear shocks light misting off oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 96,685 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil all four (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2015 95,348 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 94,519 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 93,532 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 92,292 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 89,805 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 87,746 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 84,543 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 81,258 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2007 78,661 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 76,242 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Belmont?

Based on 10,647 MOT tests across 2,724 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
2,080
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,751
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,361
constant velocity joint gaiter split 632
Brake pipe excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
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HIW 3579 is a 1986 Vauxhall Belmont in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Vauxhall Belmont models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 58,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Belmont fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,751 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HIW 3579, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Belmont typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Vauxhall Belmont is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HIW 3579 registered?

HIW 3579 is a 1986 Vauxhall Belmont, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is HIW 3579 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIW 3579 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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