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CRY 715T

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Orange Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,139 mi
Last recorded77,139 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRY 715T
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2008 77,139 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 5,413 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 5,342 miles

Inner Lower Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 3,241 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 1,472 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2005 1,335 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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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CRY 715T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Orange with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CRY 715T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CRY 715T registered?

CRY 715T is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 26 March 1979.

Is CRY 715T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRY 715T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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