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XWM 406W

1981 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,162 mi
Last recorded81,162 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette49,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWM 406W
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 81,162 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Sep 2014 78,808 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 78,808 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 77,557 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2012 76,938 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 76,923 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 76,923 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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XWM 406W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 XWM 406W, 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.

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What year was XWM 406W registered?

XWM 406W is a 1981 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is XWM 406W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWM 406W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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