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BU51 MAS

2009 Chevrolet Aveo

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,063 mi
Last recorded37,063 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Aveo48,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 MAS
MakeChevrolet
ModelAveo
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 37,063 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2023 37,045 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front steering rack gaitor insecure

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Mar 2017 36,959 miles

both front tyres perished in side wall and tread.tyres over ten years old

Fail 9 Mar 2017 36,959 miles

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

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

both front tyres perished in side wall and tread.tyres over ten years old

Pass 18 Mar 2016 36,281 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 36,267 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished in side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 35,606 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 35,564 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 34,800 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 34,426 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Aveo?

Based on 241,765 MOT tests across 16,397 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
4,693
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
16,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,014
Stop lamp not working 3,430
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,383
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,808
Registration plate lamp not working 2,373
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BU51 MAS is a 2009 Chevrolet Aveo in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2009 Chevrolet Aveo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 48,476 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 Aveo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,014 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 MAS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Aveo typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Chevrolet Aveo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU51 MAS registered?

BU51 MAS is a 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is BU51 MAS safe to buy?

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