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SW59 FVS

2010 Chevrolet Epica

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

148,696 mi
Last recorded148,696 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2010 Chevrolet Epica64,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 FVS
MakeChevrolet
ModelEpica
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 148,696 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wear outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 135,425 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 135,425 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 Nov 2015 135,212 miles

Anti-lock braking system component missing offside rear wheel sensor disconnected (3.4.2)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front position lamp(s) not working offside (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

offside headlight image dim

Fail 3 Nov 2015 135,169 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

EML lamp illuminated

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 114,824 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 113,855 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 89,530 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 61,196 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 44,115 miles

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

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

both outer cv joints knocking

o/s/f tyre worn bald on inner edge

Fail 19 Jan 2012 44,115 miles

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

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

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

both outer cv joints knocking

o/s/f tyre worn bald on inner edge

Pass 2 Feb 2011 23,879 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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SW59 FVS is a 2010 Chevrolet Epica in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2010 Chevrolet Epica models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 64,256 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 SW59 FVS, 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 16 years old, this Chevrolet Epica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SW59 FVS registered?

SW59 FVS is a 2010 Chevrolet Epica, first registered on 28 January 2010.

Is SW59 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 FVS shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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