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M196 TNT

1995 Chevrolet Astro

Blue Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

54,946 mi
Last recorded54,946 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 1995 Chevrolet Astro71,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM196 TNT
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 54,946 miles

Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 54,621 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 154,617 miles

Emissions not tested missfire on engine (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function rotten (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak rotten (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced front crossmember rotten (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 54,595 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 54,144 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 54,130 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 51,168 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 50,851 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

underside of vehicle rusty

Pass 22 Feb 2008 50,326 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 50,257 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 48,854 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 48,854 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2006 46,801 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 46,801 miles

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

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

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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M196 TNT is a 1995 Chevrolet Astro in Blue with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1995 Chevrolet Astro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 71,339 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 Astro fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M196 TNT, 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 31 years old, this Chevrolet Astro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M196 TNT is a 1995 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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