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WLB 605X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,772 mi
Last recorded61,772 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2008
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLB 605X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2008 61,772 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

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

front seats loose

vehicle generally corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2007 60,208 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 60,206 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 59,330 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 58,285 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 58,285 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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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WLB 605X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WLB 605X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WLB 605X registered?

WLB 605X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 20 November 1981.

Is WLB 605X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLB 605X shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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