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PDT 539R

1977 Vauxhall Viva

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,897 mi
Last recorded22,897 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1977 Vauxhall Viva56,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDT 539R
MakeVauxhall
ModelViva
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 22,897 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 22,782 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 22,542 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 22,534 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all front suspension bushes deteriorated but no excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 22,509 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

parking brake only just met minimum requirements

Pass 8 Apr 2016 22,504 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 22,504 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Viva?

Based on 305,239 MOT tests across 39,920 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
3,975
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
39,920
On UK Roads
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PDT 539R is a 1977 Vauxhall Viva in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1977 Vauxhall Viva models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,503 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Vauxhall Viva typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 49 years old, this Vauxhall Viva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PDT 539R registered?

PDT 539R is a 1977 Vauxhall Viva, first registered on 16 March 1977.

Is PDT 539R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDT 539R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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