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XAR 421X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,069 mi
Last recorded82,069 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2006
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAR 421X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2006 82,069 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 82,061 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 79,326 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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XAR 421X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XAR 421X, 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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How do I check the history of XAR 421X?

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What year was XAR 421X registered?

XAR 421X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 13 August 1981.

Is XAR 421X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAR 421X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAR 421X have outstanding finance?

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