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N488 CEG

1996 Chevrolet Astro

Blue Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,365 mi
Last recorded73,365 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Chevrolet Astro74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN488 CEG
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 73,365 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 73,337 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 73,299 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 69,906 miles

OSF tyre wearing inner edge

Wheel bearing has slight play All four (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 69,904 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

OSF tyre wearing inner edge

Wheel bearing has slight play All four (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 67,199 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 67,199 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 66,401 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 63,818 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 59,918 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 56,093 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 52,378 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 47,448 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 42,158 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 38,370 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 38,355 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 31,010 miles

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

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

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

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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N488 CEG is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro in Blue with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N488 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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What year was N488 CEG registered?

N488 CEG is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N488 CEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N488 CEG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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