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CY08 DFV

2008 Chevrolet Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,135 mi
Last recorded65,135 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma44,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 DFV
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 65,135 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 65,133 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 21 Apr 2017 60,598 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 60,588 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) leaking rack (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 57,000 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 56,995 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 52,466 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 52,426 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 May 2014 46,206 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 40,935 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 36,516 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 30,563 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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CY08 DFV is a 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CY08 DFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CY08 DFV registered?

CY08 DFV is a 2008 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is CY08 DFV safe to buy?

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