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CU08 GLJ

2008 Chevrolet Luv

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

208,642 mi
Last recorded208,642 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Luv105,667 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 GLJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelLuv
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 208,642 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear cross member excessively corroded,but overall rigidity not reduced

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front, rear, middle, everywhere! (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 208,634 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Significant brake pedal travel, Not touching floor

Pass 12 Oct 2022 199,107 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Recently undercoated

Significant Brake pedal travel ,not touching floor

Pass 6 Sep 2021 187,286 miles

Brake pedal has a lot of travel but does NOT touch the floor

Fail 31 Aug 2021 187,286 miles

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

Brake pedal has a lot of travel but does NOT touch the floor

Pass 27 Aug 2020 179,568 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 179,568 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 170,472 miles

Central exhaust corroded and small hole

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

handbrake reserve travel

spare wheel carrier corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2019 170,472 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central exhaust corroded and small hole

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

handbrake reserve travel

spare wheel carrier corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2018 149,382 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 128,306 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 116,829 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 106,888 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 97,328 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 79,942 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 62,849 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 48,547 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Luv?

Based on 2,731 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
7,206
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 133
Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 114
Brake pipe excessively corroded 102
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68
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CU08 GLJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Luv in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Luv models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 105,667 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Luv fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU08 GLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Luv typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Chevrolet Luv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CU08 GLJ registered?

CU08 GLJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Luv, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is CU08 GLJ safe to buy?

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