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UPJ 866S

1977 Vauxhall Chevette

Beige Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2016
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

89,076 mi
Last recorded89,076 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2015
Typical for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette45,148 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPJ 866S
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1977
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2015 89,076 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 89,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 47,436 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 47,434 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

near side of screen marked

Fail 30 Jun 2005 42,327 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both healamp silver reflectors corroded

unable to clearly see thickness of front brake pads.

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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UPJ 866S is a 1977 Vauxhall Chevette in Beige with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UPJ 866S, 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 UPJ 866S registered?

UPJ 866S is a 1977 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 19 December 1977.

Is UPJ 866S safe to buy?

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