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N188 SDL

1996 Chevrolet Impala

Black Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

111,915 mi
Last recorded111,915 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN188 SDL
MakeChevrolet
ModelImpala
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 111,915 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Sides (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passengers (offside) lower screen is cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2023 111,915 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Sides (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Both Sides (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passengers (offside) lower screen is cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 107,254 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 107,249 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 103,472 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 103,472 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Impala?

Based on 785 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
1,022
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Direction indicator incorrect colour 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
position lamp(s) not working 16
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
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N188 SDL is a 1996 Chevrolet Impala in Black with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Impala fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N188 SDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Impala typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 30 years old, this Chevrolet Impala is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N188 SDL registered?

N188 SDL is a 1996 Chevrolet Impala, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N188 SDL safe to buy?

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