Chevrolet Gmc Unknown (1989)
1989 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown
CarHunch analysed 514 real MOT records for the 1989 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
What to check before buying a 1989 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (96%) | 495 | 0.6% | 0 |
| Diesel (4%) | 19 | 4.5% | 0.05 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1989 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1989 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown vehicles fall between 136,396 and 146,092 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1989 Chevrolet Gmc Unknown
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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50%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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20%
Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective
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20%
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material subframe
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20%
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective not clearing screen correctly
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20%
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen
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20%
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
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20%
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play
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20%
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1989. Counts include advisories and failures.
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