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DJK 852W

1980 Vauxhall Chevette

Gold Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,037 mi
Last recorded89,037 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette47,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJK 852W
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 89,037 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 88,575 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 88,112 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 87,670 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 87,228 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 86,851 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 86,558 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 86,203 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 85,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 85,312 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 85,061 miles

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 85,061 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 84,693 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 83,202 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 81,438 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 81,438 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 79,477 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 77,684 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 75,888 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 74,027 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 74,027 miles

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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DJK 852W is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette in Gold with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DJK 852W, 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

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What year was DJK 852W registered?

DJK 852W is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 August 1980.

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The MOT history for DJK 852W shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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