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DOJ 694V

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,407 mi
Last recorded56,407 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOJ 694V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 56,407 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake has long travel

Fail 19 Mar 2019 56,407 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake has long travel

Pass 21 Jun 2017 56,383 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 May 2016 55,297 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 55,103 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 54,249 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 53,592 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 53,164 miles

front anti roll bar mounting rubber bushes poor condition/slight play

offside rear handbrake readings low

Fail 16 Apr 2012 53,115 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

battery insecure

drivers exterior door handle requires attention

offside handbrake requires attention

rear brakes require attention

slight smearing wiper blades

Pass 17 Dec 2010 52,848 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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DOJ 694V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DOJ 694V, 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 DOJ 694V registered?

DOJ 694V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 10 December 1979.

Is DOJ 694V safe to buy?

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