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BJ08 VJK

2008 Chevrolet Kalos

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,213 mi
Last recorded80,213 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Kalos43,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 VJK
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 80,213 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 78,155 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 75,793 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 22 Jan 2015 75,792 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 14 May 2013 69,445 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 57,624 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 41,283 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Kalos?

Based on 221,978 MOT tests across 15,378 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
4,584
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
15,378
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,912
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 5,314
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,228
position lamp(s) not working 4,054
brake binding 3,580
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BJ08 VJK is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos in Black with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 43,891 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Kalos fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,912 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ08 VJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was BJ08 VJK registered?

BJ08 VJK is a 2008 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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The MOT history for BJ08 VJK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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