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VFN 82T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,088 mi
Last recorded69,088 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFN 82T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 69,088 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 May 2012 97,757 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2011 88,431 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 24 May 2010 79,767 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 79,709 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2009 72,911 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 May 2009 72,879 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 72,806 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 72,804 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 72,593 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 72,321 miles

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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VFN 82T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VFN 82T, 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 VFN 82T registered?

VFN 82T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 9 February 1979.

Is VFN 82T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFN 82T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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