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R919 KAW

1998 Chevrolet Unknown

Red Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

97,686 mi
Last recorded97,686 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR919 KAW
MakeChevrolet
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 97,686 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 97,686 miles

Nearside Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2024 97,672 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 97,671 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 97,369 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 94,743 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 94,694 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotational ; fitted wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall & shoulder splits & deep wide cracking. 245/35x20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside rear inner wheel rim welded repair

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off x 1 screw missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 93,347 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Unknown?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 399 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,234
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
399
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 6
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R919 KAW is a 1998 Chevrolet Unknown in Red with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Unknown fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R919 KAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 28 years old, this Chevrolet Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R919 KAW registered?

R919 KAW is a 1998 Chevrolet Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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