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XJJ 971V

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,865 mi
Last recorded50,865 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2008
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJJ 971V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2008 50,865 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 50,846 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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XJJ 971V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 XJJ 971V, 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.

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How do I check the history of XJJ 971V?

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What year was XJJ 971V registered?

XJJ 971V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is XJJ 971V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJJ 971V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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