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F238 TPX

1988 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette

Blue Petrol 5665cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

72,524 mi
Last recorded72,524 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 1988 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette60,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF238 TPX
MakeChevrolet Gmc
ModelCorvette
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,665cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2026 72,524 miles

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

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 72,373 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 72,194 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 72,057 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 71,920 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 71,860 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 71,710 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 71,449 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,317 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2012 71,211 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 71,097 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 70,414 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 69,598 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 69,137 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 69,015 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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F238 TPX is a 1988 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette in Blue with a 5,665cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1988 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 60,826 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 F238 TPX, 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 38 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 F238 TPX registered?

F238 TPX is a 1988 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F238 TPX safe to buy?

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