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HLU 201V

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,781 mi
Last recorded69,781 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2016
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLU 201V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2016 69,781 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 69,781 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 69,781 miles

nearside outer sill damaged

rear number plate damaged

Pass 14 May 2014 69,781 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 69,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 697,818 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 69,781 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 69,781 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.1.9)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.1.9) DANGEROUS

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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HLU 201V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1979 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 45,321 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 HLU 201V, 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 47 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HLU 201V registered?

HLU 201V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is HLU 201V safe to buy?

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