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WNK 856X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,702 mi
Last recorded45,702 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNK 856X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 45,702 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

general corrossion to underside of vehicle

Fail 25 Feb 2020 45,691 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

general corrossion to underside of vehicle

Pass 29 Oct 2018 45,667 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 45,666 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2012 45,560 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 45,324 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 45,133 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 44,817 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 44,442 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 44,025 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 43,724 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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WNK 856X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WNK 856X, 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 WNK 856X registered?

WNK 856X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 6 August 1981.

Is WNK 856X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNK 856X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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