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OTM 42W

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,294 mi
Last recorded55,294 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTM 42W
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 55,294 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 55,291 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 54,966 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 54,568 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 54,246 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 53,650 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 52,749 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 51,212 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 49,398 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 49,396 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 48,402 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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OTM 42W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 49,509 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 OTM 42W, 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 45 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OTM 42W registered?

OTM 42W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 10 February 1981.

Is OTM 42W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTM 42W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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