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N459 VLJ

1996 Chevrolet Gmc

Silver Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,654 mi
Last recorded45,654 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 1996 Chevrolet Gmc60,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN459 VLJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelGmc
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 45,654 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

advise - offside rear tyre outer shoulder/tread slightly deteriorated

Fail 20 Dec 2014 45,552 miles

Centre Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 45,277 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 45,275 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Jul 2009 45,262 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 40,739 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Gmc?

Based on 1,666 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
1,736
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
Brake pipe excessively corroded 27
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 24
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N459 VLJ is a 1996 Chevrolet Gmc in Silver with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Chevrolet Gmc models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 60,388 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 Gmc fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N459 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Gmc typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Chevrolet Gmc is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N459 VLJ registered?

N459 VLJ is a 1996 Chevrolet Gmc, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N459 VLJ safe to buy?

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