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3A85948

1981 Chevrolet Pick Up

White Petrol 5695cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

20,958 mi
Last recorded20,958 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
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Vehicle Details

Registration3A85948
MakeChevrolet
ModelPick Up
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,695cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 20,958 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge font and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 20,958 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge font and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2018 20,955 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Pick Up?

Based on 2,804 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
2,786
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 84
fog lamp not working 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58
position lamp(s) not working 50
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3A85948 is a 1981 Chevrolet Pick Up in White with a 5,695cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Pick Up fails its MOT is leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 3A85948, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 45 years old, this Chevrolet Pick Up is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 3A85948 registered?

3A85948 is a 1981 Chevrolet Pick Up, first registered on 1 January 1981.

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