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A20 BLJ

2008 Chevrolet Kalos

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

52,169 mi
Last recorded52,169 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Kalos43,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 BLJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016 52,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 52,134 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust front flexi section deteriorated

front no.plate cracked

fuel filter corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2015 45,253 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust flexi detorioted

Pass 11 Jul 2014 41,529 miles

front exhaust flexi joint deteriorating

Fail 11 Jul 2014 41,529 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

front exhaust flexi joint deteriorating

Pass 7 Feb 2014 41,485 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Feb 2014 41,471 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 40,963 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 39,181 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2012 39,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 31,545 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 31,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Kalos?

Based on 221,978 MOT tests across 15,378 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
4,584
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
15,378
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,912
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 5,314
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,228
position lamp(s) not working 4,054
brake binding 3,580
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A20 BLJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 43,891 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 Kalos fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,912 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 BLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Kalos typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Chevrolet Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A20 BLJ registered?

A20 BLJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is A20 BLJ safe to buy?

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