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AK05 EWR

2005 Chevrolet Tacuma

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,411 mi
Last recorded130,411 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma51,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 EWR
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 130,411 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nsr and osr rear outer sills surface corrosion

Fail 25 Apr 2017 130,411 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 120,591 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 112,577 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 103,160 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 103,160 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 8 May 2013 96,976 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2013 96,976 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 84,847 miles

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)

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre cut out on inner edge

Fail 2 Apr 2012 84,847 miles

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

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre cut out on inner edge

Pass 6 Apr 2011 78,545 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 70,556 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

all wiper blades worn and smearing screen!

Pass 27 Mar 2009 63,010 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 52,748 miles

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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AK05 EWR is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AK05 EWR, 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

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What year was AK05 EWR registered?

AK05 EWR is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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