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SJ54 RWJ

2008 Chevrolet Epica

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,484 mi
Last recorded62,484 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Epica71,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ54 RWJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 62,484 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 23 May 2024 62,469 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 62,438 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2023 62,432 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2021 59,402 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 54,213 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 48,734 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 42,225 miles

Brake pads worn more on the offside rear compared to the nearside rear

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 4 Jun 2018 42,225 miles

Brake pads worn more on the offside rear compared to the nearside rear

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Jul 2017 36,422 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 36,314 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 35,719 miles

o/s/f tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 2 Jun 2014 32,953 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 29,157 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 23,824 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 18,360 miles

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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SJ54 RWJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SJ54 RWJ, 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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SJ54 RWJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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