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AP08 SWY

2008 Chevrolet Kalos

Red Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,494 mi
Last recorded40,494 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Kalos43,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SWY
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 40,494 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 31,333 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 23,902 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 19,482 miles

sill trims fitted

Fail 12 Jun 2015 19,482 miles

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

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

sill trims fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2014 15,877 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 13,675 miles

Exhaust flex section degrading

Front lower suspension arm rear mounting bushes splitting from the outer casings

Front tyres aged and perished

Front windscreen wiper blades worn

Rear tyres aged and perished

Pass 21 Jun 2012 10,801 miles

Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 8,501 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 SWY is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos in Red 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 AP08 SWY, 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 SWY registered?

AP08 SWY is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AP08 SWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 SWY 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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