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R101 DWY

1997 Chevrolet Luv

Grey Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

200,144 mi
Last recorded200,144 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 DWY
MakeChevrolet
ModelLuv
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 200,144 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 190,231 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 186,576 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Dec 2011 186,546 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

front tyres are different to rear but are same size on each axle 265/70/15 front rear 265/75/15

Pass 14 Dec 2010 178,126 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 170,176 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 162,194 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 152,950 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2007 152,950 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2006 141,825 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Luv?

Based on 2,731 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
7,206
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 133
Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 114
Brake pipe excessively corroded 102
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68
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R101 DWY is a 1997 Chevrolet Luv in Grey with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Luv fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R101 DWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Luv typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Chevrolet Luv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R101 DWY registered?

R101 DWY is a 1997 Chevrolet Luv, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R101 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 DWY shows 10 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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