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AP08 BYR

2008 Chevrolet Kalos

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,653 mi
Last recorded105,653 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Kalos43,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 BYR
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2020 105,653 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Battery held with cable tie (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 front drop links (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 front tyres are wearing on the outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 headlamp lenses are cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 rear tyres cracking within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 99,270 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 99,266 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2018 95,794 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 93,684 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 93,683 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 91,787 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2016 91,787 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 89,754 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 74,688 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 57,793 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 42,659 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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AP08 BYR is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos in Black with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AP08 BYR, 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 AP08 BYR registered?

AP08 BYR is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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