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SCD 121X

1982 Vauxhall Chevette

Orange Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,198 mi
Last recorded52,198 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette46,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCD 121X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 52,198 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s ()

Pass 18 Oct 2024 51,839 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Pass 16 Oct 2023 51,327 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 50,651 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 49,886 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 49,838 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 49,536 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 48,937 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 48,354 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 47,913 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 47,301 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 46,460 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 45,570 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 44,484 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Oct 2012 42,374 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 42,374 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 41,022 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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SCD 121X is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette in Orange with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SCD 121X, 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 SCD 121X registered?

SCD 121X is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 9 February 1982.

Is SCD 121X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCD 121X shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SCD 121X have outstanding finance?

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