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1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Pick Up models manufactured in 1996, based on 43 real MOT test results.

69.8%
Pass Rate
30.2%
Fail Rate
43
Total Tests
98,242
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up MOT Analysis

The 1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up has an MOT pass rate of 69.8% based on 43 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 98,242 miles on the odometer. With a 30.2% failure rate, the 1996 Pick Up is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up is Body, chassis, structure, responsible for 4.7% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+. Brakes is the second most common issue at 4.7%. Noise, emissions and leaks follows at 2.3%.

⚠ Based on limited data (43 tests)

Top failures specific to 1996 models only. The overall Pick Up page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Body, Chassis, Structure4.7%2
2Brakes4.7%2
3Noise, Emissions And Leaks2.3%1
4Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems2.3%1
5Suspension2.3%1
6Visibility2.3%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 98,242 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Body & Structure0.47% per 10K miBrakes0.47% per 10K miNoise, emissions and leaks0.24% per 10K miSeat Belts0.24% per 10K miSuspension0.24% per 10K miVisibility0.24% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Body & Structure0.474.7%2
Brakes0.474.7%2
Noise, emissions and leaks0.242.3%1
Seat Belts0.242.3%1
Suspension0.242.3%1
Visibility0.242.3%1

Mileage Statistics

98,242
Mean
124,966
Median
60,456
25th Percentile
139,766
75th Percentile
3.07% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up has an MOT pass rate of 69.8% based on 43 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 98,242 miles on the odometer. With a 30.2% failure rate, the 1996 Pick Up is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to body, chassis, structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. With an average mileage of 98,242 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.

Body, chassis, structure — 4.7% of failures

Body, chassis, structure issues account for 4.7% of MOT failures on 1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Brakes — 4.7% of failures

Brakes issues account for 4.7% of MOT failures on 1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Noise, emissions and leaks — 2.3% of failures

Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 2.3% of MOT failures on 1996 Chevrolet Gmc Pick Up models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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