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ML08 ZKE

2008 Chevrolet Aveo

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

51,014 mi
Last recorded51,014 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Aveo48,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 ZKE
MakeChevrolet
ModelAveo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 51,014 miles

Front Upper shock top mounts defective both fronts

Front exhaust leak slight

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 24 Jul 2026 51,004 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Position lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Upper shock top mounts defective both fronts

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2025 46,112 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 43,193 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 41,149 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 41,149 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 41,099 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring cracked (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut movement upper mount

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut movement upper mount

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

front exhaust (flexi pipe deteriorated )

Pass 27 Jun 2022 39,305 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

front flexi pipe (exhaust ) deteriorated

Pass 15 Jul 2021 38,153 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 37,480 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2020 37,480 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 35,806 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 35,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2018 33,094 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 31,157 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 29,737 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 29,737 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 26,793 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 22,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 22,262 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 18,788 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 16,057 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 13,504 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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ML08 ZKE is a 2008 Chevrolet Aveo in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 ML08 ZKE, 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.

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What year was ML08 ZKE registered?

ML08 ZKE is a 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is ML08 ZKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 ZKE shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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