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MGU 312W

1980 Vauxhall Chevette

Beige Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,740 mi
Last recorded73,740 miles
Recorded on10 May 2007
Typical for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette47,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGU 312W
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2007 73,740 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Apr 2007 73,734 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2006 72,874 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 72,874 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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MGU 312W is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette in Beige with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MGU 312W, 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 MGU 312W registered?

MGU 312W is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 August 1980.

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