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N725 TDW

1996 Chevrolet Astro

Black Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

78,189 mi
Last recorded78,189 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Chevrolet Astro74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN725 TDW
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 78,189 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Apr 2025 78,165 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 77,283 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2024 77,283 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning lamps not fitted (4.4.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 71,511 miles

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

oil leak on oil transfer pipes (filter to cooler)

Pass 13 Dec 2021 69,852 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 65,175 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 57,347 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 57,205 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 55,879 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 54,716 miles

chassis corroded

n/s/r shocker damp

play in steering

Fail 19 May 2015 54,708 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

movement in steering system play

Pass 1 Sep 2013 52,787 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 51,325 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 51,317 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 50,671 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 49,239 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

emissions carried out as pre 92.

Fail 11 Dec 2008 49,203 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside and offside front steering idler bushes worn.Advise replacement.

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside rear wheel hub/bearing has vertical and lateral movement.

Pass 4 Sep 2006 42,241 miles

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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N725 TDW is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro in Black with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 N725 TDW, 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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N725 TDW is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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