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SVS 354R

1977 Vauxhall Chevette

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2010
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,539 mi
Last recorded67,539 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2009
Typical for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette45,148 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVS 354R
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2009 67,539 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

inner wing by battery tray corroded

nearside rear lamp damaged

nearside wing insecure

oil leaks present from differential, gearbox and engine

previous welding repairs covered in sealant

rear wheel arches very corroded- will require replacement soon

screen washers weak

Pass 4 Sep 2008 67,228 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on inner edges

front suspension strut top areas slightly corroded

front wings- various securing bolts missing

n/s/r lamp slightly broken

underside, sills and rear arches corroded (plates welded from inside)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 66,572 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 66,572 miles

front tyres worn

n/s/r lamp slightly broken

underside, body etc. corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2006 65,789 miles

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2005 63,180 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 63,180 miles

Front Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

o/s/r tyre on on legal limit.

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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SVS 354R is a 1977 Vauxhall Chevette in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SVS 354R, 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 SVS 354R registered?

SVS 354R is a 1977 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is SVS 354R safe to buy?

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