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ML08 VBN

2008 Chevrolet Epica

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,083 mi
Last recorded89,083 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Epica71,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 VBN
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 89,083 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe separated and blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Middle section exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2019 89,083 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides smearing and split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe separated and blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Middle section exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 82,551 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 75,517 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 67,723 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 59,116 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 51,050 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 51,050 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 42,253 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 15 Mar 2012 32,913 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 24,820 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 24,820 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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ML08 VBN is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ML08 VBN, 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 ML08 VBN registered?

ML08 VBN is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is ML08 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 VBN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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