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WUX 794Y

1983 Vauxhall Chevette

Green Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,274 mi
Last recorded40,274 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette46,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUX 794Y
MakeVauxhall
ModelChevette
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 40,274 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 40,274 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2015 39,365 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 38,455 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 38,440 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 37,123 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 35,300 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 32,135 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 28,302 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 24,131 miles

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

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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WUX 794Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette in Green with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Vauxhall Chevette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,512 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 WUX 794Y, 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 43 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 WUX 794Y registered?

WUX 794Y is a 1983 Vauxhall Chevette, first registered on 25 May 1983.

Is WUX 794Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUX 794Y shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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