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AB08 WFJ

2008 Chevrolet Epica

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,799 mi
Last recorded130,799 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Epica71,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 WFJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 130,799 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 113,445 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear number plate lights dim

Fail 2 Oct 2018 113,443 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear number plate lights dim

Pass 15 Aug 2017 96,593 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

all tires have edges worn

Fail 14 Aug 2017 96,569 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

all tires have edges worn

Pass 2 Jul 2016 82,093 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 66,750 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 60,000 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2014 59,919 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 51,775 miles

both rear tyres wearing thin on the inside edge

front pads getting low

Pass 15 Mar 2012 37,999 miles

nearside front wiper blade partially split = still clearing screen

Pass 11 Mar 2011 24,786 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Epica?

Based on 6,727 MOT tests across 607 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
7,990
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
607
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 237
position lamp(s) not working 225
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 177
Steering rack gaiter split 168
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 166
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AB08 WFJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Epica models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 71,817 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Epica fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 WFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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AB08 WFJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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