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SAY 740R

1977 Vauxhall Chevette

Red Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,982 mi
Last recorded15,982 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette45,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAY 740R
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 15,982 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 15,982 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 15,810 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 15,648 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 15,432 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 15,188 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 14,951 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 14,756 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 14,537 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 14,329 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 14,129 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 13,926 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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SAY 740R is a 1977 Vauxhall Chevette in Red with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1977 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 45,148 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 SAY 740R, 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 49 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 SAY 740R registered?

SAY 740R is a 1977 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 22 February 1977.

Is SAY 740R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAY 740R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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