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GF08 LVM

2008 Chevrolet Epica

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

73,290 mi
Last recorded73,290 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Epica71,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 LVM
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 73,290 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2017 74,773 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 71,120 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 71,120 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 50,961 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 50,961 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 30,660 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 23,379 miles

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

Front tyres worn on edges

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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GF08 LVM is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Epica models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 71,817 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 Epica fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF08 LVM, 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 18 years old, this Chevrolet Epica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF08 LVM registered?

GF08 LVM is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is GF08 LVM safe to buy?

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