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EK08 HZL

2008 Chevrolet Epica

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

202,768 mi
Last recorded202,768 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Epica71,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 HZL
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 202,768 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 202,749 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 191,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 191,102 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 172,752 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 172,734 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 160,220 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 140,926 miles

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

engine managment light on

Fail 10 Jul 2014 140,907 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

engine managment light on

Pass 11 Jul 2013 114,497 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 114,483 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front drive shaft support bearing excessively worn (2.5.C.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 89,687 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 74,246 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 51,809 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 27,902 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 4,423 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Epica?

Based on 6,727 MOT tests across 607 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
7,990
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
607
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 237
position lamp(s) not working 225
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 177
Steering rack gaiter split 168
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 166
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EK08 HZL is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Epica models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 71,817 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 Epica fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK08 HZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was EK08 HZL registered?

EK08 HZL is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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