2006 Chevrolet Kalos 1.4L Petrol · AK56 YEX
2006 Chevrolet Kalos (1.4L, petrol). First registered 28 Nov 2006. Recorded mileage 90,402 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET KALOS
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,402 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AK56 YEX Key Findings
- 26 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 90,402 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AK56 YEX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (AK56 YEX) between November 2009 and March 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (17 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Windscreen (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 60 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.
AK56 YEX Mileage History
- 11/11/200917,233 mi
- 11/11/200917,233 mi
- 16/11/201023,149 mi+5,916 mi
- 06/10/201126,841 mi+3,692 mi
- 06/10/201126,482 mi-359 mi
- 24/09/201230,763 mi+4,281 mi
- 09/09/201334,416 mi+3,653 mi
- 04/10/201440,701 mi+6,285 mi
- 29/09/201546,434 mi+5,733 mi
- 23/09/201651,947 mi+5,513 mi
- 23/09/201651,951 mi+4 mi
- 28/03/201754,468 mi+2,517 mi
- 22/03/201861,172 mi+6,704 mi
- 18/03/201967,892 mi+6,720 mi
- 18/03/201967,892 mi
- 02/03/202073,632 mi+5,740 mi
- 01/03/202175,429 mi+1,797 mi
- 01/03/202175,431 mi+2 mi
- 10/03/202278,229 mi+2,798 mi
- 22/03/202381,843 mi+3,614 mi
- 28/03/202381,895 mi+52 mi
- 27/03/202485,015 mi+3,120 mi
- 03/03/202587,749 mi+2,734 mi
- 04/03/202587,751 mi+2 mi
- 20/03/202690,323 mi+2,572 mi
- 25/03/202690,402 mi+79 mi
Average of roughly 4,471 miles per year across 26 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Chevrolet Chevrolet Kalos
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: CHEVROLET KALOS
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Front Coil Spring Fractures and Suspension Bush Wear(Moderate)
The front suspension configuration of the Kalos suffers significant wear on typical potholed and speed-bump-heavy UK roads. The lower coils of the front suspension springs are vulnerable to road salt corrosion and stress fatigue, leading to sudden snapping. Concurrently, the front lower wishbone rubber bushes and anti-roll bar link rods develop excessive play, causing vague steering, wandering under braking, and MOT test failure.
- Airbag SRS Warning Light and Under-Seat Connector Fault(Moderate)
A very frequent fault across the Kalos range involves intermittent illumination of the supplemental restraint system (SRS) airbag warning lamp. The multi-pin electrical harness connectors situated beneath the front driver and passenger seats suffer from high resistance due to slight wire stretching when adjusting seat position, or tarnished contact pins. Once triggered, the SRS module disables airbag deployment and latches a permanent warning code that causes an instant MOT failure.
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- Front Coil Spring Fractures and Suspension Bush WearModerate
The front suspension configuration of the Kalos suffers significant wear on typical potholed and speed-bump-heavy UK roads. The lower coils of the front suspension springs are vulnerable to road salt corrosion and stress fatigue, leading to sudden snapping. Concurrently, the front lower wishbone rubber bushes and anti-roll bar link rods develop excessive play, causing vague steering, wandering under braking, and MOT test failure.
- Airbag SRS Warning Light and Under-Seat Connector FaultModerate
A very frequent fault across the Kalos range involves intermittent illumination of the supplemental restraint system (SRS) airbag warning lamp. The multi-pin electrical harness connectors situated beneath the front driver and passenger seats suffer from high resistance due to slight wire stretching when adjusting seat position, or tarnished contact pins. Once triggered, the SRS module disables airbag deployment and latches a permanent warning code that causes an instant MOT failure.
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