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BJ05 VDR

2005 Chevrolet Tacuma

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,769 mi
Last recorded78,769 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma51,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 VDR
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 78,769 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2017 78,769 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2017 78,769 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 74,501 miles

Item(s) removed from drivers view of the road prior to inspection

Non obligatory mirror damaged/missing

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 16 Jun 2016 74,501 miles

Item(s) removed from drivers view of the road prior to inspection

Non obligatory mirror damaged/missing

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 May 2015 68,813 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 62,690 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 56,882 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 56,882 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2012 51,065 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 43,553 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 43,553 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2010 36,775 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 30,935 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 26,840 miles

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 VDR is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VDR, 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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BJ05 VDR is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 28 May 2005.

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