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VPO 765T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

77,765 mi
Last recorded77,765 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPO 765T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2006 77,765 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)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2005 76,860 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2005 76,841 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Rear Lower Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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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VPO 765T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 VPO 765T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPO 765T registered?

VPO 765T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is VPO 765T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPO 765T shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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