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RUY 601V

1979 Vauxhall Chevette

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,431 mi
Last recorded59,431 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Vauxhall Chevette45,321 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUY 601V
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 May 2019 59,431 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 59,066 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 59,018 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 58,965 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 58,897 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 58,779 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 58,618 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 58,164 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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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RUY 601V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RUY 601V, 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

How do I check the history of RUY 601V?

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What year was RUY 601V registered?

RUY 601V is a 1979 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 2 August 1979.

Is RUY 601V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUY 601V shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RUY 601V have outstanding finance?

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