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B8 VCT

1985 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette

Blue Petrol 5665cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,398 mi
Last recorded105,398 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette78,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 VCT
MakeChevrolet Gmc
ModelCorvette
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,665cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 105,398 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 105,309 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 105,137 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 105,077 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 104,793 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 104,513 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 104,060 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 103,889 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 103,547 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 103,444 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 103,141 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 102,602 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 102,189 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 101,590 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 100,454 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 100,442 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 99,610 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 99,610 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 99,390 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 99,390 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 98,930 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Gmc Corvette?

Based on 19,643 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 495
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
parking brake recording little or no effort 300
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 201
Direction indicator incorrect colour 179
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B8 VCT is a 1985 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette in Blue with a 5,665cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 78,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Gmc Corvette fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 495 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B8 VCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Gmc Corvette typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 41 years old, this Chevrolet Gmc Corvette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B8 VCT registered?

B8 VCT is a 1985 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B8 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 VCT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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