CarVerify

Free Car Check

VIG 6169

1995 Chevrolet Astro

Blue Petrol 4300cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

85,648 mi
Last recorded85,648 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Chevrolet Astro71,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Chevrolet
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIG 6169
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2026 85,648 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected wiring in footwell around pedals and steering (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All underside corroded

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 85,608 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 84,801 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 82,886 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 80,474 miles

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated also wiring not clipped/supported (4.11 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear anti roll bar "U" Bolts corroded

Fail 28 May 2020 80,410 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated also wiring not clipped/supported (4.11 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear anti roll bar "U" Bolts corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2019 75,086 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

cuts in n/s/r tyre outer edge

o/s/r tyre perished

slight play in o/s/f idler arm bush

Fail 9 Jan 2019 75,080 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

slight play in o/s/f idler arm bush

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

cuts in n/s/r tyre outer edge

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 7 Dec 2017 69,160 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear tyre worn outer edge

Pass 7 Dec 2016 61,797 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 61,792 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 57,666 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

slight inbalance and fluctation front brakes

Fail 30 Nov 2015 57,665 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute hazards (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

slight inbalance and fluctation front brakes

Pass 18 Nov 2014 53,115 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 49,616 miles

exhaust is corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2012 45,638 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 41,128 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 36,585 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 30,612 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 25,472 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 22,693 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
Full Chevrolet Astro reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VIG 6169 is a 1995 Chevrolet Astro in Blue with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1995 Chevrolet Astro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 71,339 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 VIG 6169, 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 31 years old, this Chevrolet Astro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VIG 6169?

You can check the full history of VIG 6169 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VIG 6169 registered?

VIG 6169 is a 1995 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is VIG 6169 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIG 6169 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VIG 6169 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VIG 6169. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.