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LBF 731V

1980 Vauxhall Chevette

Maroon Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,229 mi
Last recorded42,229 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette47,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBF 731V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 42,229 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 41,578 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 41,433 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 41,411 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Off side front brake pad locating pins are not secure as both retaining clips are missing. (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2019 41,079 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 40,933 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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LBF 731V is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette in Maroon with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LBF 731V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LBF 731V registered?

LBF 731V is a 1980 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 4 March 1980.

Is LBF 731V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBF 731V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LBF 731V have outstanding finance?

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