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SJ59 VTG

2009 Chevrolet Epica

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,992 mi
Last recorded176,992 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Epica70,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ59 VTG
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 176,992 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2017 165,072 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum slight leak at rack (2.3.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 154,284 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 143,172 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack damp (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 136,760 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 136,710 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 32,086 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 32,086 miles

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

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

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

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

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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SJ59 VTG is a 2009 Chevrolet Epica in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SJ59 VTG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ59 VTG registered?

SJ59 VTG is a 2009 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 3 September 2009.

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