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P978 KUD

1997 Chevrolet Pick Up

Blue Diesel 6468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,922 mi
Last recorded113,922 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Chevrolet Pick Up106,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP978 KUD
MakeChevrolet
ModelPick Up
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine6,468cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2015 113,922 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 110,919 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 110,893 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2013 109,279 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 101,980 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 101,977 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s rear inner tyre startring to crack

Pass 18 May 2011 89,778 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 89,402 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 88,038 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 87,950 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 84,390 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 81,951 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Pick Up?

Based on 2,804 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
2,786
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 84
fog lamp not working 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58
position lamp(s) not working 50
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P978 KUD is a 1997 Chevrolet Pick Up in Blue with a 6,468cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Chevrolet Pick Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 106,924 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Pick Up fails its MOT is leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P978 KUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Chevrolet Pick Up is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P978 KUD registered?

P978 KUD is a 1997 Chevrolet Pick Up, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P978 KUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P978 KUD shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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