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R679 DWL

1997 Chevrolet Gmc

White Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,143 mi
Last recorded95,143 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Chevrolet Gmc87,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR679 DWL
MakeChevrolet
ModelGmc
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 95,143 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 90,124 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 88,030 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 87,221 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 24 May 2014 86,010 miles

front suspension very soft

headlight kick up has been taped off

vehicle to low for its own safety

Fail 22 May 2014 86,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

front suspension very soft

vehicle to low for its own safety

Pass 26 Apr 2013 82,129 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 74,871 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 71,957 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 May 2011 71,957 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Gmc?

Based on 1,666 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
1,736
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
Brake pipe excessively corroded 27
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 24
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R679 DWL is a 1997 Chevrolet Gmc in White with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Chevrolet Gmc models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 87,221 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 Gmc fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R679 DWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Gmc typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Chevrolet Gmc is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R679 DWL registered?

R679 DWL is a 1997 Chevrolet Gmc, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R679 DWL safe to buy?

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