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MK08 VJF

2008 Chevrolet Lacetti

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,122 mi
Last recorded15,122 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti51,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 VJF
MakeChevrolet
ModelLacetti
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 15,122 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 disc faces heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Dec 2023 15,121 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 disc faces heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 15,071 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front to rear brake pipes slight corroded

Fail 20 Dec 2022 15,071 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front to rear brake pipes slight corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2021 14,958 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 14,773 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 14,250 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 13,712 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 12,971 miles

Nearside Front tyre showing signs of age

Offside Front tyre showing signs of age

brake pipes covered in underseal not allowing a full inspection

exhaust system showing signs of age

Pass 29 Mar 2016 12,540 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 11,960 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 11,233 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 10,328 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 8,136 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 6,762 miles

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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MK08 VJF is a 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 51,326 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 MK08 VJF, 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 18 years old, this Chevrolet Lacetti is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MK08 VJF registered?

MK08 VJF is a 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is MK08 VJF safe to buy?

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