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VKE 628X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

70,699 mi
Last recorded70,699 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKE 628X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 70,699 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 68,890 miles

alternator belt loose.

both front shocks weak.

lower steering column joint in poor condition.

o/s door mirror slightly loose.

Fail 31 Jan 2013 68,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

alternator belt loose.

both front shocks weak.

lower steering column joint in poor condition.

o/s door mirror slightly loose.

Pass 2 Feb 2012 67,572 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 67,537 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 65,027 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 64,994 miles

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

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

Corrosion to both front inner wheel arches at front and back ends

both outer sills have been repaired with filler

Pass 11 Apr 2008 63,919 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 63,916 miles

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

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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VKE 628X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1981 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 49,509 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 VKE 628X, 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 45 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VKE 628X registered?

VKE 628X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 27 November 1981.

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