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AK05 VZT

2005 Chevrolet Tacuma

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,777 mi
Last recorded88,777 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma51,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 VZT
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 88,777 miles

corrosion to sills

Fail 5 Jul 2017 88,777 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

corrosion to sills

Pass 13 Jun 2016 62,987 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 62,969 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both tyres miss shapen (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 51,365 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 46,224 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s wiper wearing

Pass 18 Jun 2013 40,304 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 40,304 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 35,265 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Jun 2012 35,265 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 29,604 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 244,266 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 19,727 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 14,454 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Tacuma?

Based on 87,419 MOT tests across 7,629 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
5,740
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
7,629
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,161
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,705
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,545
Registration plate lamp not working 1,487
position lamp(s) not working 1,483
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AK05 VZT is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 51,010 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 Tacuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK05 VZT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was AK05 VZT registered?

AK05 VZT is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 7 July 2005.

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