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F966 GBW

1988 Chevrolet Gmc

Cream Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

57,599 mi
Last recorded57,599 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 1988 Chevrolet Gmc55,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF966 GBW
MakeChevrolet
ModelGmc
Year1988
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 57,599 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 57,589 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 56,241 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 57,417 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

nearside exhaust bracket snapped but still adequately supported

unable to see front and rear brake pads

Pass 13 Nov 2009 57,395 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 57,391 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear inner tyre inner walls cracking

Pass 25 Mar 2008 56,411 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 56,391 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fail 24 Nov 2007 56,376 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Bind on transmission brake

Driverside wiper only just clearing screen.

Slight lift in offside balljoint

Slight movement in both top wishbone bushes

Slight play in both steering idlers

nearside of rear bumper damaged

Pass 13 Nov 2006 55,018 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Oct 2006 54,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2005 52,361 miles

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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F966 GBW is a 1988 Chevrolet Gmc in Cream with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F966 GBW, 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 F966 GBW registered?

F966 GBW is a 1988 Chevrolet Gmc, first registered on 7 November 1988.

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