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KG05 CWJ

2005 Chevrolet Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,776 mi
Last recorded23,776 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma51,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 CWJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelTacuma
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2018 23,776 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 23,666 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 23,343 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Fail 11 Feb 2016 23,339 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2015 22,154 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 20,260 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 20,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2013

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f tyre perished and cracked

rear wiper blade u/s

Pass 30 Jan 2012 11,686 miles

p/s damp

Pass 26 Jan 2011 8,844 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 6,071 miles

number plates slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Feb 2009 3,615 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 3,609 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 1,210 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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KG05 CWJ is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma in Blue 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 KG05 CWJ, 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 KG05 CWJ registered?

KG05 CWJ is a 2005 Chevrolet Tacuma, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is KG05 CWJ safe to buy?

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