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VKL 474X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,985 mi
Last recorded60,985 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKL 474X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 60,985 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 60,008 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

ns rear tyre cracking on side walls

os rear tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 2 Apr 2014 60,008 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

ns rear tyre cracking on side walls

os rear tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 15 Mar 2013 59,291 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 58,083 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 58,083 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 56,722 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 56,722 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 55,692 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 54,826 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 54,101 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 52,492 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 50,065 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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VKL 474X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VKL 474X, 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 VKL 474X registered?

VKL 474X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 11 December 1981.

Is VKL 474X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKL 474X shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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