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KVS 229

1957 Chevrolet Gmc Belair

Red Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,311 mi
Last recorded31,311 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 1957 Chevrolet Gmc Belair18,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVS 229
MakeChevrolet Gmc
ModelBelair
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 31,311 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 31,311 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 30,643 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 30,217 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 29,828 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 29,401 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 29,114 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 27,814 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 27,814 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 27,629 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 27,407 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 27,121 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 26,710 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 26,615 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 26,278 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Gmc Belair?

Based on 1,298 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
510
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 24
Stop lamp not working 17
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 14
brake application uneven 13
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KVS 229 is a 1957 Chevrolet Gmc Belair in Red with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1957 Chevrolet Gmc Belair models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 18,698 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Gmc Belair fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KVS 229, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Gmc Belair typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 69 years old, this Chevrolet Gmc Belair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KVS 229 registered?

KVS 229 is a 1957 Chevrolet Gmc Belair, first registered on 31 December 1957.

Is KVS 229 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVS 229 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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