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AO08 VGZ

2008 Chevrolet Kalos

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,289 mi
Last recorded61,289 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Kalos43,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 VGZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 61,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both head lamps lens's discoloured

Pass 10 Apr 2017 53,304 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust front pipe flexi corroded through & blowing.

front brake pipes corroding.

front to rear brake pipes corroding in places.

rear axle bushes perished.

rear axle corroded.

slight fluid weep past n/s/f shock absorber.

Pass 11 Apr 2016 46,677 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 7 Apr 2015 41,308 miles

Brake pipes are corroded

Stone chip in screen

Fail 7 Apr 2014 34,218 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 34,218 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 28,557 miles

front pipe rusty

Pass 11 Apr 2012 22,761 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 16,778 miles

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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AO08 VGZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos in Black with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO08 VGZ, 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.

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What year was AO08 VGZ registered?

AO08 VGZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AO08 VGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 VGZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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