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C931 JGL

1986 Chevrolet Suburban

Blue Petrol 7400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,258 mi
Last recorded42,258 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC931 JGL
MakeChevrolet
ModelSuburban
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,400cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 42,258 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 40,952 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2023 40,038 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

front inner wings corroded

heatshield loose on exhaust

several welding repairs

steering box damp

Pass 12 Apr 2022 39,250 miles

corrosion both front inner wings

rear brakes binding

several welding repairs

steering box damp

Fail 10 Mar 2022 39,223 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion to various parts out of prescribed area

exhaust clamps and heat shields are deteriorated

oil misting around both rear brake drums

surface corrosion to various parts and components of under vehicle

various bushes slightly deteriorated

various exhaust brackets are corroded of exhaust but exhaust is still secure

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Suburban?

Based on 1,715 MOT tests across 182 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
3,371
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
182
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 40
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 24
Brake pipe excessively corroded 23
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22
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C931 JGL is a 1986 Chevrolet Suburban in Blue with a 7,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Suburban fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C931 JGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Suburban typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 40 years old, this Chevrolet Suburban is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C931 JGL registered?

C931 JGL is a 1986 Chevrolet Suburban, first registered on 1 January 1986.

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