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C439 JGL

1986 Chevrolet El Camino

Maroon Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,369 mi
Last recorded61,369 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC439 JGL
MakeChevrolet
ModelEl Camino
Year1986
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 61,369 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 60,576 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 60,084 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2021 59,467 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 159,206 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet El Camino?

Based on 571 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
558
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 9
Direction indicator incorrect colour 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 7
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C439 JGL is a 1986 Chevrolet El Camino in Maroon with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet El Camino fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C439 JGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet El Camino typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 40 years old, this Chevrolet El Camino is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C439 JGL registered?

C439 JGL is a 1986 Chevrolet El Camino, first registered on 31 December 1986.

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