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APF 215T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPF 215T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026
Pass 20 Feb 2018
Pass 19 Feb 2016
Pass 1 Nov 2012
Pass 25 Oct 2011

hand brake is off the fly off type

Fail 20 Oct 2011

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

hand brake is off the fly off type

Pass 9 Nov 2009
Pass 10 Nov 2007 22,412 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2007 22,412 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both front tyres worn at edges of tread

both rear tyres nearing limits of wear

exhaust system generally corroded

general surface corrosion at underside of vehicle

start of corrosion at nearside front inner wing

start of corrosion at offside front bulkhead area

surface corrosion at both outer sill panels

surface corrosion at both rear inner wheel arches

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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APF 215T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 APF 215T, 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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What year was APF 215T registered?

APF 215T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 4 April 1979.

Is APF 215T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APF 215T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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