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MRT 209P

1976 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette47,470 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRT 209P
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

slight play in steering rack n/s

Pass 7 Feb 2024

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

all four tyres in poor condition

exhaust in poor condition

Fail 23 Jan 2024

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

all tyres in poor condition

exhaust clamps missins

Pass 27 Jan 2023

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020
Pass 6 Dec 2019

handbrake cables in poor condition

Pass 8 Jan 2019

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jan 2019

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 44,588 miles

offside front inner wheel arch corrosion and small hole

Pass 9 Feb 2009 44,590 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 44,988 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 44,588 miles

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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MRT 209P is a 1976 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1976 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 47,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MRT 209P, 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 50 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MRT 209P registered?

MRT 209P is a 1976 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 2 March 1976.

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