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TDR 693T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,810 mi
Last recorded55,810 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2009
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDR 693T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2009 55,810 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 55,810 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 55,460 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 54,841 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 54,231 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 54,231 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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TDR 693T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TDR 693T, 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 TDR 693T registered?

TDR 693T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 29 June 1979.

Is TDR 693T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDR 693T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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