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N238 SVY

1995 Chevrolet Astro

Red Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

121,530 mi
Last recorded121,530 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 1995 Chevrolet Astro71,339 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN238 SVY
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 121,530 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 121,529 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam when headlamps are off no high beam flash (4.1.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim not tested obvivously in correct and reduced strength due to product on the lens and or modification (4.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative MISSING (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 111,225 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 106,427 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 103,389 miles

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

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 101,807 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe above tank appears corroded but partially obsecured - full inspection not possible without removal of tank. Further investigation/replacement recommended (3.6.B.2c)

surface corrosion to underside components/chassis

Fail 3 Aug 2017 101,713 miles

Hazard warning lamps not fitted (1.4.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

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

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

rear metal brake pipes across axle corroding

Pass 2 Aug 2016 100,970 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 100,214 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 97,079 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 91,405 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 86,573 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 82,014 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 78,413 miles

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

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

steering wheel rubber damaged

Pass 30 Apr 2008 62,386 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

aims on limit

all steering idlers have slight play

bonnet catch slightly sticking

front brakes slightly juddering

front pads wearing thin

indicator switch slightly sticking

Fail 30 Apr 2008 64,386 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

bonnet catch slightly sticking

front brakes slightly juddering

Fail 11 Apr 2008 64,377 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

slight judder at front brakes

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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N238 SVY is a 1995 Chevrolet Astro in Red with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 N238 SVY, 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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N238 SVY is a 1995 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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