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FNU 126V

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Brown Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

52,805 mi
Last recorded52,805 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNU 126V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 52,805 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 51,845 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 51,169 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 50,582 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 49,607 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,910 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 48,317 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 47,868 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 47,868 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 45,425 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 45,425 miles

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

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 43,821 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 43,821 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2011 42,161 miles

Slight corrosion by Nearside rear top shock mount but considered to be exessive

Pass 23 Jun 2010 41,603 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 41,234 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 41,227 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Battery insecure

Fail 3 Jul 2008 40,828 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 40,828 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 40,385 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 39,937 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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FNU 126V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Brown with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FNU 126V, 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 FNU 126V registered?

FNU 126V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is FNU 126V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNU 126V shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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