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AK08 FYH

2008 Chevrolet Kalos

Silver Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

106,058 mi
Last recorded106,058 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Kalos43,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 FYH
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 106,058 miles

Clutch pedal bites high

Engine light on

Front exhaust weak

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

Surface corrosion on all metal brake pipes

Fail 12 Mar 2018 106,058 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Clutch pedal bites high

Engine light on

Front exhaust weak

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

Surface corrosion on all metal brake pipes

Pass 27 Feb 2017 100,670 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Fail 27 Feb 2017 100,665 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 44% (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 87,139 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 25 Feb 2015 72,511 miles

offside rear brake partially binding - free spin

Pass 21 Feb 2014 57,189 miles

front brake pads low

Fail 11 Feb 2013 45,252 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 45,252 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 35,717 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 25,526 miles

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

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

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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AK08 FYH is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos in Silver with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK08 FYH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK08 FYH registered?

AK08 FYH is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AK08 FYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 FYH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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