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YJR 217T

1979 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette

Blue Petrol 5665cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

97,597 mi
Last recorded97,597 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 1979 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette49,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJR 217T
MakeChevrolet Gmc
ModelCorvette
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,665cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 97,597 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 97,595 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 97,430 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 97,071 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 96,698 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 96,451 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 96,181 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 95,632 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 94,740 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 93,783 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 93,783 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 92,618 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 90,358 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Gmc Corvette?

Based on 19,643 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 495
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
parking brake recording little or no effort 300
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 201
Direction indicator incorrect colour 179
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YJR 217T is a 1979 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette in Blue with a 5,665cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 49,041 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Gmc Corvette fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 495 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJR 217T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Gmc Corvette typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 47 years old, this Chevrolet Gmc Corvette is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YJR 217T?

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What year was YJR 217T registered?

YJR 217T is a 1979 Chevrolet Gmc Corvette, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is YJR 217T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJR 217T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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