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BD55 XEV

2005 Chevrolet Tacuma

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,072 mi
Last recorded78,072 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma51,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 XEV
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 78,072 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

both sills under sealed

front exhaust bracket corroded and broken but exhaust secure

front suspension arm bushes slightly perished

oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2018 67,955 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all brake pipes have grease on them

Fail 29 Sep 2017 67,543 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to n/s/r flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to o/s/r flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Central exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Front exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Oct 2015 59,080 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Oct 2015 59,080 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 54,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

deep cracks in rear tyres

offside front brake pipe corroded

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2013 47,977 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Oct 2012 47,653 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 33,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 30 May 2011 37,440 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 28,109 miles

Sidewalls of both rear tyres starting to deteriorate.

Pass 8 Jun 2009 17,566 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 11,563 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front tyres bald on inner & outer edges

front wiper blades torn

surface corrosion on front brake discs

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Tacuma?

Based on 87,419 MOT tests across 7,629 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
5,740
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
7,629
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,161
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,705
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,545
Registration plate lamp not working 1,487
position lamp(s) not working 1,483
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BD55 XEV is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 51,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Tacuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD55 XEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Tacuma typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Chevrolet Tacuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BD55 XEV is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 23 November 2005.

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