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SMY 351X

1982 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,206 mi
Last recorded29,206 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette46,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMY 351X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 29,206 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 29,206 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 29 May 2019 28,948 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 28,916 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 28,711 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2017 28,391 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 27,836 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 27,300 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 27,007 miles

n/s/r floor pan coroded around rubber gromet

Fail 9 May 2009 24,981 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2009 24,981 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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SMY 351X is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SMY 351X, 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 SMY 351X registered?

SMY 351X is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 14 January 1982.

Is SMY 351X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMY 351X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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