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SBW 165P

1976 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,603 mi
Last recorded74,603 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette47,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBW 165P
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 74,603 miles

RAC LOG BOOK NO 41484

Pass 17 Feb 2018 74,603 miles

Rally car MSA log 28600

Pass 8 Jun 2009
Pass 27 Mar 2008 74,603 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 74,603 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 4 Oct 2006 74,603 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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SBW 165P is a 1976 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1976 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 47,470 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 SBW 165P, 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 50 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 SBW 165P registered?

SBW 165P is a 1976 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 2 March 1976.

Is SBW 165P safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBW 165P shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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