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JMV 942V

1980 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,821 mi
Last recorded14,821 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette47,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMV 942V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 14,821 miles

rear brakes binding

Pass 14 Dec 2016 14,813 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 14,813 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 14,785 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 14,729 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 14,604 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 14,604 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 14,389 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,279 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 13,932 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 13,796 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 13,449 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 12,753 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 12,753 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 12,245 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 12,245 miles

Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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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JMV 942V is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JMV 942V, 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.

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What year was JMV 942V registered?

JMV 942V is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 31 March 1980.

Is JMV 942V safe to buy?

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