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VCG 29V

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

White Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,480 mi
Last recorded23,480 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCG 29V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 23,480 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 22,538 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 21,510 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 20,974 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 20,332 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 19,507 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 17,380 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 16,150 miles

engine has oil leaks

exhaust centre rubber mount missing but exhaust secure

slight noise on both front wheelbearings

slight wear in steering rack

Fail 17 Apr 2014 16,148 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

engine has oil leaks

exhaust centre rubber mount missing but exhaust secure

slight corrosion on front and rear coil springs

slight noise on both front wheelbearings

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 23 Apr 2013 15,028 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 12,857 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake discs slight corrosion

offside front wing and door damaged not jagged

Fail 26 Mar 2012 12,857 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake discs slight corrosion

offside front wing and door damaged not jagged

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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VCG 29V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in White with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VCG 29V, 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 VCG 29V registered?

VCG 29V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is VCG 29V safe to buy?

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