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YVR 276T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,462 mi
Last recorded40,462 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2009
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVR 276T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2009 40,462 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2009 40,073 miles

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2008 33,001 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 33,001 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YVR 276T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 YVR 276T, 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 YVR 276T?

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What year was YVR 276T registered?

YVR 276T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 4 April 1979.

Is YVR 276T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVR 276T shows 4 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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