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E442 DMB

1988 Chevrolet Gmc

Black Petrol 4900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,639 mi
Last recorded98,639 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Chevrolet Gmc55,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE442 DMB
MakeChevrolet
ModelGmc
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 98,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 98,373 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 98,360 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 98,344 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 98,264 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 98,215 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 97,954 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 97,577 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 97,307 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 97,176 miles

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

corrosion to underbody

Pass 12 Mar 2010 97,024 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

corrosion appearing to inner sills and front chassis

head light reflective peeling on inside

Pass 27 Jan 2009 96,632 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 96,205 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Aug 2008 96,201 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2008 96,186 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Gmc?

Based on 1,666 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
1,736
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
Brake pipe excessively corroded 27
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 24
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E442 DMB is a 1988 Chevrolet Gmc in Black with a 4,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1988 Chevrolet Gmc models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 55,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Gmc fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E442 DMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Gmc typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Chevrolet Gmc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E442 DMB registered?

E442 DMB is a 1988 Chevrolet Gmc, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E442 DMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E442 DMB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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