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PEP 73S

1978 Chevrolet Gmc Blazer

Red Petrol 5735cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,183 mi
Last recorded16,183 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEP 73S
MakeChevrolet Gmc
ModelBlazer
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,735cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 16,183 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 16,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 16,168 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety FUEL PIPE CORRODED NEAR TANK (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 16,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 16,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Dec 2018 16,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering box insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 15,994 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 15,994 miles

Horn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 15,403 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 14,824 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 14,700 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 14,700 miles

Centre Front Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Gmc Blazer?

Based on 641 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
1,532
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 14
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
parking brake recording little or no effort 11
position lamp(s) not working 10
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PEP 73S is a 1978 Chevrolet Gmc Blazer in Red with a 5,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Gmc Blazer fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PEP 73S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Gmc Blazer typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 48 years old, this Chevrolet Gmc Blazer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PEP 73S?

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What year was PEP 73S registered?

PEP 73S is a 1978 Chevrolet Gmc Blazer, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is PEP 73S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEP 73S 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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