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DBV 814W

1980 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,497 mi
Last recorded5,497 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette47,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBV 814W
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 5,497 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 5,477 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 5,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs slightly corroded

nearside front brake binding slightly

Fail 13 Nov 2017 5,310 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs slightly corroded

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Oct 2015 5,076 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 5,063 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DBV 814W is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 47,603 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 DBV 814W, 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 46 years old, this Vauxhall Chevette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBV 814W?

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What year was DBV 814W registered?

DBV 814W is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is DBV 814W safe to buy?

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