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PHU 538R

2006 Chevrolet Pick Up

Black Petrol 6995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

1,403 mi
Last recorded1,403 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Pick Up47,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHU 538R
MakeChevrolet
ModelPick Up
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,995cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 1,403 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 1,382 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front wheel bearing noisey

outer sills rusty condition

Pass 15 Aug 2015 1,297 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 1,232 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 1,232 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 15 May 2013 1,226 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

slight brake judder on rear

Pass 18 May 2012

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

both front exhaust flanges insecure

Pass 19 May 2011 127 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

n/s/f power steering unit damp

rear tyres low on tread

Fail 12 May 2011 100 miles

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

rear tyres low on tread

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

n/s/f power steering unit damp

Pass 12 May 2010 76,389 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 1 Apr 2010 76,389 miles

Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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PHU 538R is a 2006 Chevrolet Pick Up in Black with a 6,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Pick Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 47,034 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 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 PHU 538R, 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 20 years old, this Chevrolet Pick Up is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PHU 538R registered?

PHU 538R is a 2006 Chevrolet Pick Up, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is PHU 538R safe to buy?

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