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XEW 834T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,546 mi
Last recorded40,546 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEW 834T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 40,546 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 39,980 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 39,292 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 38,910 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2019 38,797 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into the caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into the caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 38,144 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in to the caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded into the caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 37,943 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 37,622 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 37,612 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 36,989 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 36,590 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 36,590 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2011 36,283 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 35,518 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 34,615 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 33,844 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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XEW 834T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 XEW 834T, 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

How do I check the history of XEW 834T?

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What year was XEW 834T registered?

XEW 834T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is XEW 834T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEW 834T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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