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B17 DKH

1995 Chevrolet Impala

Maroon Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

74,162 mi
Last recorded74,162 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 DKH
MakeChevrolet
ModelImpala
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 74,162 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 73,644 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 72,557 miles

battery insecure

both rear brake pipes corroded

front to back brake pipes corroded

offside brake light dim

Pass 28 May 2021 72,355 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 71,518 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 69,912 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 67,733 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 66,458 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded supframe (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre too rear (7.1.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)

oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2015 63,633 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 61,282 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 61,282 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 57,042 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 57,032 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise on condition of front brake discs reccomend replacement

Pass 26 Jun 2012 54,130 miles

centre exhaust corroded

nearside rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 14 Mar 2011 51,286 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 49,396 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 49,396 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 46,367 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake discs are rusted and worn

exhaust corroded

hand brake grabs

o/s rear brake is slower to operate

play in the o/s front hub

power steering pipes are rusted

Pass 1 Apr 2009 46,367 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake discs are rusted and worn

exhaust corroded

hand brake grabs

o/s rear brake is slower to operate

play in the o/s front hub

power steering pipes are rusted

Fail 16 Apr 2008 42,200 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 42,200 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 39,127 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 37,362 miles

slight movement at front wheels

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Impala?

Based on 785 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
1,022
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Direction indicator incorrect colour 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
position lamp(s) not working 16
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
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B17 DKH is a 1995 Chevrolet Impala in Maroon with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Impala fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B17 DKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Impala typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 31 years old, this Chevrolet Impala is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B17 DKH is a 1995 Chevrolet Impala, first registered on 20 June 1995.

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