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FM08 FAU

2008 Chevrolet Epica

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

375,379 mi
Last recorded375,379 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Epica71,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 FAU
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 375,379 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Nov 2016 375,379 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 365,850 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 327,272 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Fail 24 Nov 2014 327,272 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Pass 28 May 2014 310,652 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 27 May 2014 310,652 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 288,669 miles

nearside rear tyre has a slight cut

offside rear tyre has a slight cut

Fail 25 Nov 2013 288,668 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

nearside rear tyre has a slight cut

offside rear tyre has a slight cut

Pass 12 Nov 2012 240,259 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 May 2012 222,502 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 198,274 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FM08 FAU is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FM08 FAU, 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 FM08 FAU registered?

FM08 FAU is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is FM08 FAU safe to buy?

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