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N221 FKU

1996 Chevrolet Astro

Blue Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,611 mi
Last recorded86,611 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 1996 Chevrolet Astro74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 FKU
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 86,611 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

plastic sill covers fitted

under side of vehicle surface corrosion

Fail 3 Jan 2024 86,608 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

plastic sill covers fitted

under side of vehicle surface corrosion

Pass 9 Jan 2023 85,022 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/ and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

plastic sill covers fittded

underside of vehicle surface corrosion

Pass 6 Jan 2022 82,951 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

plastic sill covers fitted

surface corrosion under side of vehicle

Pass 7 Jan 2021 80,776 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2021 80,776 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation missing (1.1.15 (d))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2020 79,085 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Missing (7.1.2 (c))

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Cross member corroded and holed (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to flex corroded covered with a spring (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes in chassis corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to flex corroded covered with a spring (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Outer Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Tyre`s cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 76,280 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2018 74,337 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 72,707 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 67,849 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 61,991 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 56,302 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 51,296 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 47,142 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 42,958 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 38,398 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 32,352 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 32,352 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 30,555 miles

Advise leaf spring bushes deteorated

Advise slight movement felt in both rear wheel barings

Advise underbody corrosion all over underside of vehicle

Fail 7 Nov 2008 30,542 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Advise leaf spring bushes deteorated

Advise slight movement felt in both rear wheel barings

Advise underbody corrosion all over underside of vehicle

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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N221 FKU is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro in Blue with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1996 Chevrolet Astro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 74,108 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 N221 FKU, 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 30 years old, this Chevrolet Astro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N221 FKU registered?

N221 FKU is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N221 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N221 FKU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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