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WU05 BTF

2005 Chevrolet Luv

Silver Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

221,661 mi
Last recorded221,661 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Luv90,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 BTF
MakeChevrolet
ModelLuv
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 221,661 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)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 206,538 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 206,536 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2013 186,926 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 170,801 miles

exhaust rear silencer in poor condition

Fail 3 Sep 2012 170,801 miles

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

exhaust rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 30 Jul 2011 150,880 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 130,342 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2010 130,090 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

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

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 110,546 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 92,296 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 92,266 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

brake disc warp

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Luv?

Based on 2,731 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
7,206
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 133
Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 114
Brake pipe excessively corroded 102
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68
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WU05 BTF is a 2005 Chevrolet Luv in Silver with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Luv models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 90,744 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 Luv fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU05 BTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Luv typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Chevrolet Luv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU05 BTF registered?

WU05 BTF is a 2005 Chevrolet Luv, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is WU05 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 BTF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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