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TWV 241X

1982 Vauxhall Chevette

Grey Diesel 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,367 mi
Last recorded68,367 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette46,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWV 241X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 68,367 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 68,257 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 67,989 miles

Central Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Dec 2016 67,763 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 67,260 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 65,822 miles

rear brake pipes slightly rusted

wiper switch condition

Fail 5 Jun 2014 65,822 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

rear brake pipes slightly rusted

wiper switch condition

Fail 17 Apr 2014 65,822 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

exhaust type

rear brake pipes

Pass 19 Aug 2013 65,812 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear suspension bushes condition

slight freeplay nearside front wheel

suspension soft

Fail 8 Aug 2013 65,808 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear suspension bushes condition

slight freeplay nearside front wheel

Pass 13 Aug 2012 65,805 miles

front no plate condition

Fail 6 Aug 2012 65,805 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front no plate condition

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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TWV 241X is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette in Grey with a 1,256cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TWV 241X, 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.

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What year was TWV 241X registered?

TWV 241X is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 25 June 1982.

Is TWV 241X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWV 241X shows 12 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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