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WG08 GVP

2008 Chevrolet Aveo

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,447 mi
Last recorded33,447 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Aveo48,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 GVP
MakeChevrolet
ModelAveo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 33,447 miles

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

corrosion becoming evident on under body and components

Fail 2 Jun 2026 33,417 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

corrosion becoming evident on under body and components

Pass 10 May 2025 26,138 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2025 26,138 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2024 22,090 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 22,090 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2023 21,287 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 20,487 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2022 20,485 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2021 19,683 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 18,885 miles

gearbox oil leak

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear tyre slightly stepped in tread

Pass 30 May 2019 17,958 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 17,026 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 16,061 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 15,035 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 13,898 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 10 Jun 2014 12,568 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 11,283 miles

Both front tyres getting low on outer edges

Pass 28 May 2012 9,679 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2011 7,314 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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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WG08 GVP is a 2008 Chevrolet Aveo in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WG08 GVP, 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 WG08 GVP registered?

WG08 GVP is a 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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