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JNU 999V

1980 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,013 mi
Last recorded84,013 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette47,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNU 999V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 84,013 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 83,946 miles

passenger front seat not fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2015 83,943 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

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

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

reverse lights on.

Pass 6 Jul 2011 83,567 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake fluid present at servo to master cylinder joint ( fluid level overfull)

n/s/r boot floor panel cracked by towing point

o/s & n/s rear undersill returns corroded

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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JNU 999V is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 JNU 999V, 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 JNU 999V registered?

JNU 999V is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 7 May 1980.

Is JNU 999V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNU 999V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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