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KF56 VLX

2006 Chevrolet Lacetti

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

66,423 mi
Last recorded66,423 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti51,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF56 VLX
MakeChevrolet
ModelLacetti
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 66,423 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 66,423 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 63,616 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 59,161 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 59,161 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt leaking fluid (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side no effort (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail flexi hose has egg/bulb will pop soon (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2018 55,879 miles

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S Strut Tops (5.3.4 (a) (i))

No Reserve Travel Handbrake (locking Out)

Oil Leak

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S REAR (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 55,879 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded N/S FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded O/S FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Position lamp not working N/S FRONT (4.2.1 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/S REAR OUTER SILL CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O/S REAR OUTER SILL CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions O/S REAR ROTATION (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S & O/S Wiper Blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed N/S REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S Strut Tops (5.3.4 (a) (i))

No Reserve Travel Handbrake (locking Out)

Oil Leak

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S REAR (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 50,871 miles

Rear brake pads low

oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2016 45,579 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Slight dampness at steering rack

Pass 13 Jul 2015 43,606 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 40,771 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 36,858 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 31,000 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 27,798 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 23,515 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 23,515 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 18,228 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 18,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Lacetti?

Based on 203,671 MOT tests across 15,288 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
5,616
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
15,288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,485
Registration plate lamp not working 6,254
position lamp(s) not working 5,604
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,086
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,469
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KF56 VLX is a 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 51,806 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Lacetti fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KF56 VLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Lacetti typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Chevrolet Lacetti is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KF56 VLX registered?

KF56 VLX is a 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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