2007 Chevrolet Kalos 1.4L Petrol · LJ57 USN
2007 Chevrolet Kalos (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 2007. Recorded mileage 81,563 miles. MOT valid until 03 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET KALOS
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,563 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LJ57 USN Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 81,563 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LJ57 USN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (LJ57 USN) between December 2010 and August 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 05 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
LJ57 USN Mileage History
- 06/12/201011,060 mi
- 08/12/201113,710 mi+2,650 mi
- 17/01/201316,804 mi+3,094 mi
- 14/01/201420,490 mi+3,686 mi
- 14/01/201420,409 mi-81 mi
- 09/01/201522,616 mi+2,207 mi
- 20/01/201624,856 mi+2,240 mi
- 11/01/201726,172 mi+1,316 mi
- 20/01/201829,925 mi+3,753 mi
- 20/01/201829,925 mi
- 29/10/201834,312 mi+4,387 mi
- 29/10/201834,312 mi
- 21/10/201938,439 mi+4,127 mi
- 21/10/202042,109 mi+3,670 mi
- 06/10/202143,978 mi+1,869 mi
- 31/10/202249,950 mi+5,972 mi
- 05/09/202352,800 mi+2,850 mi
- 07/09/202352,800 mi
- 04/09/202462,014 mi+9,214 mi
- 08/08/202572,188 mi+10,174 mi
- 05/08/202681,563 mi+9,375 mi
- 05/08/202681,563 mi
Average of roughly 4,501 miles per year across 22 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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