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SAH 614W

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Gold Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,423 mi
Last recorded53,423 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAH 614W
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 53,423 miles

Front tyres perished

Pass 12 Jun 2012 53,207 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 52,661 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 52,347 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 50,807 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 50,135 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 50,135 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.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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SAH 614W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Gold with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SAH 614W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SAH 614W?

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What year was SAH 614W registered?

SAH 614W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 14 February 1981.

Is SAH 614W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAH 614W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAH 614W have outstanding finance?

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