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N985 JCR

1996 Chevrolet Astro

Black Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,430 mi
Last recorded56,430 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Chevrolet Astro74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN985 JCR
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 56,430 miles

Nearside steering idler bush slightly worn

Pass 5 Sep 2017 55,799 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 55,717 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 55,710 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 53,314 miles

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 50,318 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 48,252 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 48,188 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 46,571 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 45,128 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 45,120 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 43,566 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 43,566 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 41,457 miles

Only half of centre brake light working

Fail 14 Aug 2009 41,454 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Only half of centre brake light working

Pass 21 Aug 2008 39,580 miles

very slight end float at offside and nearside rear wheel bearings.

wear at offside outer track rod end:- appears to be freshly greased. recommend new.

Pass 31 Aug 2007 37,855 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 37,851 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

slight play in column[adjustable type]

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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N985 JCR is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro in Black with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N985 JCR, 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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N985 JCR is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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