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SGW 623X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,830 mi
Last recorded18,830 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGW 623X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 18,830 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 18,746 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 18,637 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 18,522 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 18,286 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 18,207 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 18,073 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 17,949 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 17,653 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 17,653 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 17,587 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 17,331 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 17,331 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 21 May 2011 16,821 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 15,887 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 15,887 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 14,706 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 14,706 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SGW 623X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SGW 623X, 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 SGW 623X?

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What year was SGW 623X registered?

SGW 623X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 2 November 1981.

Is SGW 623X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGW 623X shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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