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HG08 YGJ

2008 Chevrolet Aveo

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,838 mi
Last recorded54,838 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Aveo48,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 YGJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelAveo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 54,838 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 51,246 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Above Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 47,341 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 47,341 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 43,223 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 43,223 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 38,671 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 33,108 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 33,108 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 29,976 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both 185/55/r15 82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 29,976 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both 185/55/r15 82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 29,966 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 29,963 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 29,392 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 29,392 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 12,408 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 12,315 miles

oily around steering rack

Pass 18 Jun 2014 11,943 miles

front brake disc starting to rust.

Pass 20 Jun 2013 11,598 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 11,598 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 10,349 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 9,136 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Aveo?

Based on 241,765 MOT tests across 16,397 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
4,693
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
16,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,014
Stop lamp not working 3,430
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,383
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,808
Registration plate lamp not working 2,373
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HG08 YGJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Aveo in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Aveo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 48,967 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Aveo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,014 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG08 YGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG08 YGJ registered?

HG08 YGJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is HG08 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 YGJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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