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KFJ 479V

1980 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

62,202 mi
Last recorded62,202 miles
Recorded on8 May 2009
Typical for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette47,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFJ 479V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2009 62,202 miles

corrosion various parts of underbody and components some corrosion would go through with heavier tool

slight corrosion some brake pipes

some welding been done in past in various places

Fail 30 Apr 2009 62,202 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion various parts of underbody and components some corrosion would go through with heavier tool

slight corrosion some brake pipes

some welding been done in past in various places

Pass 13 May 2008 54,062 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight corrosion some brake pipes

slight corrosion various parts of underbody and components

Pass 9 May 2007 49,217 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 May 2007 49,201 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2006 39,387 miles

accident damage on front wings

co adjusted 2.37% hc 165ppm

Fail 30 Jan 2006 39,387 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

accident damage on front wings

co adjusted 2.37% hc 165ppm

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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KFJ 479V is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1980 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 47,603 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 KFJ 479V, 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 46 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KFJ 479V registered?

KFJ 479V is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 11 June 1980.

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