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RG51 GVL

2001 Chevrolet Astro

Black Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,647 mi
Last recorded42,647 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Chevrolet Astro74,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 GVL
MakeChevrolet
ModelAstro
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 42,647 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 40,325 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 40,325 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 37,944 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 36,845 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front steering idlers have slight play

Fail 12 Apr 2013 36,213 miles

Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust section has been repaired.

Pass 12 Apr 2013 36,213 miles

Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust section has been repaired.

Fail 5 Apr 2013 35,951 miles

Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

signs of leak from pas box

Pass 13 Feb 2012 25,342 miles

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

battery insecured,battery tray slightly corroded,o/s and n/s front tyre close to limit,o/s and n/s front shock absorber has slight misting of oil,all tyres has small cracks on the tread,o/s rear tyre worn close to limit,minor power steering leak

Fail 13 Feb 2012 25,342 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

battery insecured,battery tray slightly corroded,o/s and n/s front tyre close to limit,o/s and n/s front shock absorber has slight misting of oil,all tyres has small cracks on the tread,o/s rear tyre worn close to limit,minor power steering leak

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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RG51 GVL is a 2001 Chevrolet Astro in Black with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Chevrolet Astro models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 74,336 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 RG51 GVL, 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 25 years old, this Chevrolet Astro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RG51 GVL registered?

RG51 GVL is a 2001 Chevrolet Astro, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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