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ML59 UVW

2009 Chevrolet Epica

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,863 mi
Last recorded91,863 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Epica70,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML59 UVW
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 91,863 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

handbrake travel

Pass 18 Sep 2020 89,801 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 89,800 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 85,540 miles

o/s and n/s rear brake pipes getting corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2019 85,464 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

o/s and n/s rear brake pipes getting corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2018 79,245 miles

Offside number plate light out

Fail 9 Nov 2018 79,212 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside number plate light out

Pass 11 Dec 2017 73,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Dec 2017 73,205 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 66,248 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 66,248 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 58,971 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 58,971 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 50,930 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 40,482 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 27,164 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Epica?

Based on 6,727 MOT tests across 607 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
7,990
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
607
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 237
position lamp(s) not working 225
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 177
Steering rack gaiter split 168
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 166
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ML59 UVW is a 2009 Chevrolet Epica in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Chevrolet Epica models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 70,680 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Epica fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML59 UVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Epica typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Chevrolet Epica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ML59 UVW is a 2009 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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