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BJ58 EUX

2008 Chevrolet Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

79,655 mi
Last recorded79,655 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma44,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 EUX
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 79,655 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases full system detriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

oil leak

Fail 3 Mar 2022 79,655 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect buffing (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases full system detriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2020 78,578 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

oil leak

Fail 1 Dec 2020 78,578 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded to both rear clynders (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

oil leak

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 68,082 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 56,315 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 48,359 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 48,359 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 38,640 miles

both h\lamp len's deteriorating

Fail 8 Nov 2016 38,640 miles

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

Nearside rack boot twisted

both h\lamp len's deteriorating

Pass 18 Nov 2015 33,268 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 33,266 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal rack (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 26,103 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Nov 2014 26,103 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 21,244 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 21,244 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 16,872 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 12,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 12,590 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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BJ58 EUX is a 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 44,142 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 BJ58 EUX, 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 18 years old, this Chevrolet Tacuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ58 EUX registered?

BJ58 EUX is a 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 29 November 2008.

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