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TCO 824T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,352 mi
Last recorded44,352 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCO 824T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 May 2012 44,352 miles

corrosion to o/s sill (door open

Pass 3 May 2011 40,850 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 36,630 miles

o/s/r tyre close to legal limit on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2009 32,147 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 27,783 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 23,847 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 19,436 miles

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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TCO 824T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 45,321 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 TCO 824T, 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 47 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 TCO 824T registered?

TCO 824T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 9 May 1979.

Is TCO 824T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCO 824T shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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