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N288 CEG

1996 Chevrolet Astro

Silver Lpg 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

110,387 mi
Last recorded110,387 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Chevrolet Astro74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN288 CEG
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2023 110,387 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area corroded into holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive under bonnet area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened lower ball joint securing plate loose on one side (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 109,914 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 109,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 106,028 miles

under body components have surface corrosion

Pass 3 Jul 2018 105,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 96,021 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 86,330 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 86,330 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 74,858 miles

all tyres are cracked on side wall and tread

front discs are corroded

o/s/f door sticks to open

o/s/r shocker has cover missing

play in steering box

slight play in o/s steering idler

Fail 17 Dec 2013 74,821 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all tyres are cracked on side wall and tread

front discs are corroded

o/s/f door sticks to open

o/s/r shocker has cover missing

play in steering box

slight play in o/s steering idler

Pass 9 Jul 2012 64,776 miles

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

front brakes binding slightly

unable to check rear seats/seat belts due to vehicle full of debris

Fail 3 Jul 2012 64,775 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

front brakes binding slightly

unable to check rear seats/seat belts due to vehicle full of debris

Pass 15 Mar 2011 58,932 miles

o/s/r shocker cover missing

tail pipe in very poor condition

Fail 14 Mar 2011 58,905 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

brake fluid just above min

o/s/r shocker cover missing

tail pipe in very poor condition

Pass 7 Dec 2009 50,535 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 42,384 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 36,399 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jan 2007 31,252 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 31,252 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Astro?

Based on 6,740 MOT tests across 567 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
2,155
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
567
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 266
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 169
Steering pivot point has excessive play 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 150
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
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N288 CEG is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro in Silver with a 4,290cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1996 Chevrolet Astro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 74,108 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Astro fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N288 CEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Astro typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Chevrolet Astro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N288 CEG is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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