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K179 OGN

1992 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown

Black Diesel 6200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

88,045 mi
Last recorded88,045 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK179 OGN
MakeChevrolet Gmc
ModelUnknown
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine6,200cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 88,045 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 88,017 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 88,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 87,100 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

diesel smell under bonnet

Fail 3 Apr 2019 87,100 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

diesel smell under bonnet

Pass 9 Apr 2018 84,984 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2018 84,983 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 84,029 miles

Offside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test vehicle LHD ()

Offside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Fail 6 Apr 2017 83,997 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test vehicle LHD ()

Offside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Gmc Unknown?

Based on 642 MOT tests across 200 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
905
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
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K179 OGN is a 1992 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown in Black with a 6,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Gmc Unknown fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K179 OGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Gmc Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 34 years old, this Chevrolet Gmc Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K179 OGN registered?

K179 OGN is a 1992 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K179 OGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K179 OGN shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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