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L279 MEP

1994 Chevrolet Astro

Black Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,936 mi
Last recorded23,936 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1994 Chevrolet Astro67,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL279 MEP
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 23,936 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

head lamp mask fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2017 23,857 miles

Head lamp mask fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2017 23,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 23,185 miles

Nearside Door mirror cracked

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

steering idle has slight play both sides

Pass 2 May 2015 22,108 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in n/s & o/s drag links.

Pass 13 Jul 2013 20,198 miles

slight play in n/s idler arm bush.

Pass 26 May 2012 19,017 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 19 May 2012 18,997 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 17,335 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 17,171 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 12,054 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Astro?

Based on 6,740 MOT tests across 567 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
2,155
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
567
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 266
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 169
Steering pivot point has excessive play 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 150
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
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L279 MEP is a 1994 Chevrolet Astro in Black with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1994 Chevrolet Astro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 67,867 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Astro fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L279 MEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Astro typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Chevrolet Astro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L279 MEP is a 1994 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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