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AX61 TYF

2012 Chevrolet Malibu

Bronze Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

242,721 mi
Last recorded242,721 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX61 TYF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMalibu
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 May 2024 242,721 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2023 236,580 miles

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

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

Fail 3 May 2023 236,287 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 May 2022 226,492 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2022 226,410 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside mirror taped up

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 217,591 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Feb 2021 217,581 miles

Central Rear Lower Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front number plate placed inside the vehicle on o/s/f. not securely attached to the vehicle and not in or close to the upright position. (0.1 (d))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2019 204,903 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 May 2019 204,903 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Malibu?

Based on 535 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,760
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) incorrect colour 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Direction indicator incorrect colour 13
fog lamp missing 13
Stop lamp not working 10
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AX61 TYF is a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu in Bronze with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Malibu fails its MOT is position lamp(s) incorrect colour, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX61 TYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Malibu typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Chevrolet Malibu is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AX61 TYF is a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, first registered on 1 January 2012.

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