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RV55 YCS

2005 Chevrolet Kalos

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

111,988 mi
Last recorded111,988 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Kalos49,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 YCS
MakeChevrolet
ModelKalos
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 111,988 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 111,988 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 108,038 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 108,038 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 101,241 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2016 101,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 93,084 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 93,084 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 83,739 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 83,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 71,152 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 53,991 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 49,891 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 40,771 miles

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

exhaust rusty

front screen stonechipped

Pass 16 Sep 2009 33,331 miles

Nail in N/S/R tyre

slight play in steering rack

Pass 19 Sep 2008 24,978 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Kalos?

Based on 221,978 MOT tests across 15,378 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
4,584
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
15,378
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,912
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 5,314
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,228
position lamp(s) not working 4,054
brake binding 3,580
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RV55 YCS is a 2005 Chevrolet Kalos in Black with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 49,312 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 Kalos fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,912 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV55 YCS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV55 YCS registered?

RV55 YCS is a 2005 Chevrolet Kalos, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RV55 YCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 YCS shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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