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BL57 ZSW

2008 Chevrolet Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,007 mi
Last recorded86,007 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma44,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 ZSW
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 86,007 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outside edge

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2015 76,704 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 76,704 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 66,509 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 55,302 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jul 2012 46,060 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 45,937 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 36,646 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 36,643 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 36,641 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 34,781 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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BL57 ZSW is a 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BL57 ZSW, 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 BL57 ZSW registered?

BL57 ZSW is a 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 16 February 2008.

Is BL57 ZSW safe to buy?

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