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PEY 15S

1978 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,025 mi
Last recorded42,025 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette46,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEY 15S
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2012 42,025 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 41,997 miles

surface corrosion n/s/rear sill

Pass 13 Jul 2010 41,832 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 41,563 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 41,563 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 41,200 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 40,865 miles

n/s rear boot floor corroded and holed.

Pass 9 Aug 2006 40,479 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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PEY 15S is a 1978 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 46,058 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 PEY 15S, 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 48 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 PEY 15S registered?

PEY 15S is a 1978 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 3 May 1978.

Is PEY 15S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEY 15S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PEY 15S have outstanding finance?

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