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R835 BYA

1997 Chevrolet Astro

Green Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,874 mi
Last recorded90,874 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Chevrolet Astro82,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR835 BYA
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2010 90,874 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 85,531 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 85,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 75,915 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Astro?

Based on 6,740 MOT tests across 567 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
2,155
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
567
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 266
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 169
Steering pivot point has excessive play 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 150
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
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R835 BYA is a 1997 Chevrolet Astro in Green with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Chevrolet Astro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 82,136 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Astro fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R835 BYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Astro typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Chevrolet Astro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R835 BYA registered?

R835 BYA is a 1997 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R835 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R835 BYA shows 4 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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