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ARV 495V

1980 Chevrolet Malibu

Gold Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,895 mi
Last recorded68,895 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARV 495V
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 68,895 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 68,313 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 68,277 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 68,011 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 8 Nov 2007 68,011 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 67,236 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Malibu?

Based on 535 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,760
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) incorrect colour 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Direction indicator incorrect colour 13
fog lamp missing 13
Stop lamp not working 10
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ARV 495V is a 1980 Chevrolet Malibu in Gold with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Malibu fails its MOT is position lamp(s) incorrect colour, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ARV 495V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Malibu typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 46 years old, this Chevrolet Malibu is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ARV 495V registered?

ARV 495V is a 1980 Chevrolet Malibu, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is ARV 495V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARV 495V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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