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AK57 SHV

2007 Chevrolet Kalos

Red Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,647 mi
Last recorded76,647 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Kalos46,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 SHV
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2022 76,647 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 69,318 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 69,318 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 62,326 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 54,511 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 54,511 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 45,604 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 39,341 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 33,213 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 26,776 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 26,776 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 18,326 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 12,931 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 9,453 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 4,183 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 3,479 miles

n/s/f & rear wiper blades split.

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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AK57 SHV is a 2007 Chevrolet Kalos in Red with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Chevrolet Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 46,292 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 AK57 SHV, 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 19 years old, this Chevrolet Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK57 SHV is a 2007 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 29 September 2007.

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