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BF08 UAY

2008 Chevrolet Lacetti

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,013 mi
Last recorded55,013 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti51,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 UAY
MakeChevrolet
ModelLacetti
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 55,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 52,336 miles

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both side link barrs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 52,336 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both side link barrs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 50,547 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 49,408 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2021 48,584 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 47,857 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 46,871 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 44,607 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 44,607 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 42,734 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 40,408 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 38,387 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

nearside rear tyre cracks

Pass 15 Jan 2014 36,834 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 34,018 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 34,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 27,260 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 18,666 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Lacetti?

Based on 203,671 MOT tests across 15,288 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
5,616
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
15,288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,485
Registration plate lamp not working 6,254
position lamp(s) not working 5,604
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,086
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,469
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BF08 UAY is a 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 51,326 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Lacetti fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF08 UAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Lacetti typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Chevrolet Lacetti is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF08 UAY registered?

BF08 UAY is a 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BF08 UAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 UAY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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