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P224 UGW

1997 Chevrolet Camaro

Red Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,697 mi
Last recorded138,697 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro66,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP224 UGW
MakeChevrolet
ModelCamaro
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 138,697 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 134,829 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 134,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fail 15 Sep 2015 134,520 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2014 130,013 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2013 126,582 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 126,582 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2012 121,914 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 114,983 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2011 114,983 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2009 110,601 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 110,514 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Camaro?

Based on 7,042 MOT tests across 1,164 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
1,512
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 72
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 58
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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P224 UGW is a 1997 Chevrolet Camaro in Red with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Chevrolet Camaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 66,238 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 Camaro fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P224 UGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Camaro typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 29 years old, this Chevrolet Camaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P224 UGW registered?

P224 UGW is a 1997 Chevrolet Camaro, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P224 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P224 UGW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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