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AF05 VJX

2005 Chevrolet Tacuma

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

75,668 mi
Last recorded75,668 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma51,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 VJX
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 75,668 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n,s,f and o,s,f tyres worn close to legal limit

oil around under-side of engine

Fail 2 Dec 2013 70,023 miles

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

oil leak from engine

rear road springs corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2013 70,023 miles

oil leak from engine

rear road springs corroded

Fail 29 Nov 2013 70,016 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2012 62,867 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 53,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Nov 2011 53,504 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 45,424 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 45,330 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 41,712 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 34,251 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 27,050 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 27,050 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Tacuma?

Based on 87,419 MOT tests across 7,629 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
5,740
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
7,629
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,161
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,705
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,545
Registration plate lamp not working 1,487
position lamp(s) not working 1,483
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AF05 VJX is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 51,010 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 Tacuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF05 VJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF05 VJX?

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What year was AF05 VJX registered?

AF05 VJX is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AF05 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 VJX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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