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2008 Chevrolet Unclassified MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Unclassified models manufactured in 2008, based on 212 real MOT test results.

72.2%
Pass Rate
27.8%
Fail Rate
212
Total Tests
80,126
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

This page shows all Unclassified cars tested in 2008. Want to see how cars built in 2008 hold up over time?

View 2008 Chevrolet Unclassified vintage page โ†’ (69.7% current pass rate)

2008 Chevrolet Unclassified MOT Analysis

The 2008 Chevrolet Unclassified has an MOT pass rate of 72.2% based on 212 tests โ€” above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 80,126 miles on the odometer. With a 27.8% failure rate, the 2008 Unclassified is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2008 Chevrolet Unclassified is Suspension, responsible for 1.9% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from ยฃ200โ€“500. Tyres is the second most common issue at 1.4%. Body, chassis, structure follows at 1.4%.

Top failures specific to 2008 models only. The overall Unclassified page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Suspension1.9%4
2Tyres1.4%3
3Body, Chassis, Structure1.4%3
4Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems0.5%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 80,126 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Suspension0.24% per 10K miTyres0.18% per 10K miBody & Structure0.18% per 10K miSeat Belts0.06% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Suspension0.241.9%4
Tyres0.181.4%3
Body & Structure0.181.4%3
Seat Belts0.060.5%1

Mileage Statistics

80,126
Mean
64,218
Median
28,258
25th Percentile
124,352
75th Percentile
3.47% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate โ€” accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2008 Chevrolet Unclassified has an MOT pass rate of 72.2% based on 212 tests โ€” above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 80,126 miles on the odometer. With a 27.8% failure rate, the 2008 Unclassified is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2008 Chevrolet Unclassified, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 80,126 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.

Suspension โ€” 1.9% of failures

Suspension issues account for 1.9% of MOT failures on 2008 Chevrolet Unclassified models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: ยฃ200โ€“500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Tyres โ€” 1.4% of failures

Tyres issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 2008 Chevrolet Unclassified models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: ยฃ50โ€“200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin โ€” if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.

Body, chassis, structure โ€” 1.4% of failures

Body, chassis, structure issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 2008 Chevrolet Unclassified models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: ยฃ100โ€“500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005โ€“2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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