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P265 ECE

1996 Chevrolet Astro

Silver Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,678 mi
Last recorded98,678 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Chevrolet Astro74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 ECE
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 98,678 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 93,649 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 88,042 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 78,291 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 78,291 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 77,664 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 75,752 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 72,836 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 71,419 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 70,741 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 66,005 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 61,709 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 61,709 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 51,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Nov 2006 51,823 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P265 ECE is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro in Silver with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P265 ECE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P265 ECE registered?

P265 ECE is a 1996 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P265 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P265 ECE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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