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FP59 DLE

2009 Chevrolet Epica

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,840 mi
Last recorded101,840 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Epica70,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 DLE
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 101,840 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 18 May 2020 101,828 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 86,399 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 86,399 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 78,730 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer leaking grease

Pass 5 May 2017 69,191 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 69,190 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 65,311 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 May 2015 62,056 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 26 May 2015 62,033 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 28 May 2014 57,074 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 53,076 miles

rear tyres wearing on inside edges

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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FP59 DLE is a 2009 Chevrolet Epica in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Chevrolet Epica models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 70,680 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 FP59 DLE, 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 17 years old, this Chevrolet Epica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FP59 DLE registered?

FP59 DLE is a 2009 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 28 November 2009.

Is FP59 DLE safe to buy?

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