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R39 JBJ

1998 Chevrolet Malibu

Maroon Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,866 mi
Last recorded116,866 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 JBJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2011 116,866 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 112,036 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s and n/s rear chassis corroded by rear subframe mounts but not considerd excesive

o/s and n/s rear tyres wearing very close to limits

Pass 1 Sep 2009 108,497 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 104,526 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 102,336 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 99,985 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 97,081 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Malibu?

Based on 535 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,760
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) incorrect colour 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Direction indicator incorrect colour 13
fog lamp missing 13
Stop lamp not working 10
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R39 JBJ is a 1998 Chevrolet Malibu in Maroon with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Malibu fails its MOT is position lamp(s) incorrect colour, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R39 JBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Malibu typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 28 years old, this Chevrolet Malibu is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R39 JBJ registered?

R39 JBJ is a 1998 Chevrolet Malibu, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R39 JBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 JBJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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