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PRT 223W

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,789 mi
Last recorded79,789 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRT 223W
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 79,789 miles

oil leaks

Pass 26 Jul 2019 79,652 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 79,289 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 79,074 miles

wipers/washers poor/noisy

Pass 27 May 2016 78,629 miles

screenwashers poor

wiper motor/mechanism noisy

Pass 18 Jun 2015 78,326 miles

Screen washers poor and wiper mechanism noisy?

Tailgate gas struts very poor.

Pass 30 May 2014 78,207 miles

Wipers poor and motor is noisy.

Fail 30 May 2014 78,207 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Wipers poor and motor is noisy.

Fail 24 May 2013 77,276 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Wiper mechanism noisy? Wipers/washers poor.

Pass 24 May 2013 77,276 miles

Wiper mechanism noisy? Wipers/washers poor.

Pass 8 Jun 2012 77,057 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 76,786 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 76,786 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 76,615 miles

Slight play in n/s front anti-roll bar drop link bushes.

Washers poor.

Wiper motor very noisy.

Fail 24 May 2010 76,614 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 75,992 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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PRT 223W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PRT 223W, 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.

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What year was PRT 223W registered?

PRT 223W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 4 February 1981.

Is PRT 223W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRT 223W shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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