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AF05 VJN

2005 Chevrolet Kalos

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

99,638 mi
Last recorded99,638 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Kalos49,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 VJN
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 99,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 99,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 86,906 miles

underbody corrosion in various places

Fail 19 Jun 2018 86,897 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

underbody corrosion in various places

Pass 6 Jul 2017 81,039 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 81,039 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 72,674 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear bushes, recomend replace (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn smooth on outer edge, recomend replace (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 72,673 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear bushes, recomend replace (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn smooth on outer edge, recomend replace (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 64,027 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 64,026 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 61,877 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 61,859 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 57,510 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 54,274 miles

FRONT DISCS /PADS WORN

Pass 14 Nov 2011 49,708 miles

FUEL FILTER CORRODED

Fail 14 Nov 2011 49,708 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

FUEL FILTER CORRODED

Pass 15 Nov 2010 43,388 miles

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)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 16 Nov 2009 38,400 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 29,283 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 27,141 miles

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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AF05 VJN is a 2005 Chevrolet Kalos in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 49,312 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 AF05 VJN, 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 21 years old, this Chevrolet Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF05 VJN registered?

AF05 VJN is a 2005 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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