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AO08 XWJ

2008 Chevrolet Kalos

Red Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,458 mi
Last recorded105,458 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Kalos43,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 XWJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 105,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 100,206 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 94,802 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 87,126 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 76,454 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 76,454 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 67,687 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 67,687 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 59,162 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 50,732 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 42,602 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

rear tyres perished

slight bind o/s/r brake

Pass 26 Jul 2013 39,869 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 30,661 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 25,717 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 XWJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos in Red with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AO08 XWJ, 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 XWJ registered?

AO08 XWJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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