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KAO 550V

1980 Chevrolet Unknown

Red Petrol 5735cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,505 mi
Last recorded72,505 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 550V
MakeChevrolet
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,735cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 72,505 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 72,038 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 71,669 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 71,666 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 70,978 miles

al 4 tyres cracked in tread

Fail 24 Aug 2017 70,976 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

al 4 tyres cracked in tread

Pass 8 Feb 2016 70,651 miles

All rubber bushes perished

Beam deflectors fitted to both headlamps

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Unknown?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 399 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,234
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
399
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 6
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KAO 550V is a 1980 Chevrolet Unknown in Red with a 5,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Unknown fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KAO 550V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 46 years old, this Chevrolet Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KAO 550V?

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What year was KAO 550V registered?

KAO 550V is a 1980 Chevrolet Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is KAO 550V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 550V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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