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SRR 398R

1977 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,591 mi
Last recorded59,591 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette45,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRR 398R
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 59,591 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 59,330 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

both front wheels slightly binding

Pass 17 Sep 2013 58,772 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front and rear suspension arms rusted but sound

Pass 15 Sep 2012 58,118 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 26,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2009 26,027 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 25,962 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 25,962 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 25,904 miles

Advise: both offside tyres outer sidewalls crcking slightly

Pass 4 May 2006 25,748 miles

Advise: Engine misfiring badly

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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SRR 398R is a 1977 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SRR 398R, 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.

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What year was SRR 398R registered?

SRR 398R is a 1977 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 15 April 1977.

Is SRR 398R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRR 398R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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