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HNX 132V

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,755 mi
Last recorded76,755 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNX 132V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 76,755 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 75,484 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 72,105 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 70,301 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2013 70,301 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

o/s/rear wheel arch corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2011 70,281 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear flexi hose poor condition

o/s/rear inner wheel arch in poor condition

Pass 7 Aug 2009 70,090 miles

o/s/rear tyre poor condition

rear flexi hose poor condition

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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HNX 132V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HNX 132V, 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 HNX 132V registered?

HNX 132V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 24 August 1979.

Is HNX 132V safe to buy?

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