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R504 JBJ

1998 Chevrolet Pick Up

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

114,396 mi
Last recorded114,396 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Chevrolet Pick Up112,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR504 JBJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelPick Up
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 114,396 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 112,716 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 110,657 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 110,654 miles

Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 108,002 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 105,746 miles

underbody corrosion in various places

Pass 12 Jun 2020 104,388 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 103,245 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 101,873 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 99,854 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 98,062 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 94,096 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 91,017 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 88,130 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 85,198 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 82,630 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Pick Up?

Based on 2,804 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
2,786
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 84
fog lamp not working 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58
position lamp(s) not working 50
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R504 JBJ is a 1998 Chevrolet Pick Up in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 Chevrolet Pick Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 112,716 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Pick Up fails its MOT is leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R504 JBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Chevrolet Pick Up is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R504 JBJ registered?

R504 JBJ is a 1998 Chevrolet Pick Up, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R504 JBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R504 JBJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R504 JBJ have outstanding finance?

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