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P708 TEW

1997 Chevrolet Astro

Green Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,362 mi
Last recorded51,362 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Chevrolet Astro82,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP708 TEW
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2023 51,362 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

offside mirror glass cracked

underside of vehicle corroded

brake pipes corroded

Pass 19 May 2015 51,250 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2014 49,984 miles

slight play in steering idlers

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 9 May 2013 48,760 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 48,410 miles

Nearside mirror cover damaged

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear wiper blade perished.

Pass 11 May 2010 48,286 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 47,580 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2008 47,518 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 45,686 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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P708 TEW is a 1997 Chevrolet Astro in Green with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Chevrolet Astro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 82,136 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 P708 TEW, 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 29 years old, this Chevrolet Astro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P708 TEW is a 1997 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P708 TEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P708 TEW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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