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PWJ 826X

1982 Vauxhall Chevette

Black Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,818 mi
Last recorded50,818 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette46,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWJ 826X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 50,818 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 50,812 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 49,105 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 47,645 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 46,070 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021
Pass 22 Jun 2020 7 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019
Pass 29 Jun 2018 7 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 36,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2009 36,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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PWJ 826X is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette in Black with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 46,526 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 PWJ 826X, 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 44 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 PWJ 826X registered?

PWJ 826X is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 21 April 1982.

Is PWJ 826X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWJ 826X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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