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AK08 FZD

2008 Chevrolet Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,499 mi
Last recorded47,499 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma44,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 FZD
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 47,499 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 41,797 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 41,797 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 39,229 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 37,524 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 35,975 miles

front wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 13 Nov 2014 34,159 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 May 2013 30,598 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front both tyres wearing low from inner edges

Pass 5 Jun 2012 29,113 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 24,121 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 24,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AK08 FZD is a 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 44,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK08 FZD, 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 18 years old, this Chevrolet Tacuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK08 FZD registered?

AK08 FZD is a 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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