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XCW 746Y

1982 Vauxhall Chevette

Green Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,701 mi
Last recorded44,701 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette46,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCW 746Y
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 44,701 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 44,657 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 44,647 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 32,633 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 32,633 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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XCW 746Y is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette in Green with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 46,526 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 XCW 746Y, 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 44 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XCW 746Y?

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What year was XCW 746Y registered?

XCW 746Y is a 1982 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is XCW 746Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCW 746Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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