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RFA 52W

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,967 mi
Last recorded50,967 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFA 52W
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Dec 2017 50,967 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch / bulkhead (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 50,953 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 50,785 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 49,929 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 49,356 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 48,522 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 48,288 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 48,088 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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RFA 52W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RFA 52W, 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 RFA 52W registered?

RFA 52W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is RFA 52W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFA 52W shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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