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XHK 989X

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Gold Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2006
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,432 mi
Last recorded86,432 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2005
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHK 989X
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2005 86,432 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 86,432 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 86,432 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2005 86,432 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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XHK 989X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Gold with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XHK 989X, 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 XHK 989X registered?

XHK 989X is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 6 August 1981.

Is XHK 989X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHK 989X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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