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XUF 198Y

1983 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,604 mi
Last recorded4,604 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette46,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUF 198Y
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 4,604 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 4,514 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2022 4,514 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 4,509 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 17 Mar 2021 4,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 4,479 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 4,451 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 4,414 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 4,356 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 4,327 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 4,177 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 4,120 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 4,075 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 4,036 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 4,020 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 3,867 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 3,799 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 3,704 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 3,661 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 3,572 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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XUF 198Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,512 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 XUF 198Y, 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 43 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XUF 198Y registered?

XUF 198Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 11 March 1983.

Is XUF 198Y safe to buy?

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