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SM08 XFT

2008 Chevrolet Captiva

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,401 mi
Last recorded76,401 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Captiva74,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 XFT
MakeChevrolet
ModelCaptiva
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 76,401 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (7.1.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2017 69,425 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 61,676 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 55,027 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 986,132 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 39,180 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 27,274 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs

Fail 30 Jan 2012 27,274 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Captiva?

Based on 171,288 MOT tests across 11,897 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
7,121
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
11,897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,000
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,987
Stop lamp not working 2,441
Registration plate lamp not working 2,263
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 2,095
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SM08 XFT is a 2008 Chevrolet Captiva in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Captiva models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 74,554 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Captiva fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 3,000 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM08 XFT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Captiva typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Chevrolet Captiva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM08 XFT registered?

SM08 XFT is a 2008 Chevrolet Captiva, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is SM08 XFT safe to buy?

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