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XHR 414T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Orange Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

90,113 mi
Last recorded90,113 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHR 414T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 90,113 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 90,113 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 90,105 miles

Centre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre floor to sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 86,203 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 86,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 85,860 miles

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

corrosion to underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2009 85,860 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

corrosion to underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2008 85,826 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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XHR 414T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Orange with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 XHR 414T, 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

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What year was XHR 414T registered?

XHR 414T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is XHR 414T safe to buy?

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