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BJ05 VDO

2005 Chevrolet Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,668 mi
Last recorded65,668 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma51,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 VDO
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 65,668 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 65,668 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop Link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2017 60,626 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 60,626 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 57,725 miles

Evidence of offside front tyre fouling suispension at some stage but not at time of test

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Tyre cut in sidewall not to cords

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Pass 9 Apr 2015 53,151 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 47,203 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 40,725 miles

front tyres perished and low on edges

rear tyres perished

Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,160 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 37,155 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 33,099 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,476 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 25,160 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 18,699 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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BJ05 VDO is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BJ05 VDO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ05 VDO registered?

BJ05 VDO is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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