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SFP 358X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,263 mi
Last recorded89,263 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFP 358X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 89,263 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 75,619 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Feb 2015 75,619 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 74,984 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 89,237 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 87,676 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 87,633 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

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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SFP 358X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SFP 358X, 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 SFP 358X registered?

SFP 358X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is SFP 358X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFP 358X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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