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BJ55 NZU

2005 Chevrolet Kalos

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,242 mi
Last recorded81,242 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Kalos49,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 NZU
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 81,242 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 75,568 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 75,568 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 73,835 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 69,708 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 69,708 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 65,771 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 62,623 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 62,587 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 58,692 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Sep 2014 55,258 miles

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

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

n/s & o/s rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 25 Sep 2013 51,895 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 51,895 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 46,718 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 42,695 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 38,793 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 34,930 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 29,051 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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BJ55 NZU is a 2005 Chevrolet Kalos in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 49,312 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 BJ55 NZU, 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 21 years old, this Chevrolet Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ55 NZU registered?

BJ55 NZU is a 2005 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ55 NZU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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