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BJ56 KPV

2006 Chevrolet Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,346 mi
Last recorded35,346 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Tacuma48,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 KPV
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 35,346 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 33,762 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2024 33,762 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 33,762 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 33,742 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 33,739 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 33,720 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 33,602 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 33,515 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 33,409 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 33,292 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 33,219 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 32,906 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 32,456 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 32,383 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 32,296 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 31,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 20 Nov 2009 31,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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BJ56 KPV is a 2006 Chevrolet Tacuma in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 48,411 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 BJ56 KPV, 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 20 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 BJ56 KPV registered?

BJ56 KPV is a 2006 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 22 December 2006.

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The MOT history for BJ56 KPV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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