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TGR 555V

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,568 mi
Last recorded40,568 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGR 555V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 40,568 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 40,477 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 39,867 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 39,864 miles

Offside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2006 39,469 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 39,467 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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TGR 555V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 2,279cc 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 TGR 555V, 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.

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What year was TGR 555V registered?

TGR 555V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 7 December 1979.

Is TGR 555V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGR 555V 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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