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MA05 XSK

2005 Chevrolet Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,020 mi
Last recorded99,020 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma51,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 XSK
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2016 99,020 miles

Battery insecure clamps loose (1.9.1)

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage front number plate surround broken (6.1.C.1)

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed in both side walls (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

brake warning lamp on.

Pass 18 Aug 2015 96,811 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 96,810 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 82,234 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 63,578 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2012 51,827 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside wiper marking screen

Fail 19 Jul 2012 51,684 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside wiper marking screen

Pass 14 Jul 2011 39,761 miles

front brake discs started to corrode

front brake pads low

Pass 29 Jul 2010 25,324 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 23,106 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 17,312 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 15,023 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Tacuma?

Based on 87,419 MOT tests across 7,629 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
5,740
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
7,629
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,161
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,705
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,545
Registration plate lamp not working 1,487
position lamp(s) not working 1,483
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MA05 XSK is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 51,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Tacuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA05 XSK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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MA05 XSK is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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