2007 Chevrolet Kalos 1.1L Petrol · SL07 XUG

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 20 February 2026 at 39,650 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent improvement after a period of mechanical instability. While the February 2026 test initially flagged significant issues including severely reduced headlamp intensity and an offside front suspension arm ball joint nearing detachment, these defects were rectified to achieve a clean pass. This follows a more problematic period in February 2025 when the car failed on multiple counts including exhaust leaks, worn suspension bushes, and track rod end play. The vehicle has covered 39,650 miles over its 19-year lifespan, averaging approximately 2,087 miles per year. This is exceptionally low mileage for a 2007 model. The data shows a significant mileage jump of roughly 8,000 miles between February 2024 and February 2025, followed by a more modest increase of 2,100 miles in the following year. Such low annual usage often suggests long periods of inactivity, which can contribute to the corrosion and rubber component degradation seen in the historical records. A prospective buyer must carefully inspect the vehicle for signs of structural corrosion and fluid leaks. The February 2025 failure highlighted widespread corrosion on the brake pipes and a corroded offside rear wheel arch. Although the most recent tests do not list these as active advisories, the history of brake pipe degradation and bodywork corrosion warrants a thorough underside inspection to ensure no further structural or hydraulic issues remain. The suspension and steering components also require scrutiny. The record shows a recurring pattern of wear in the front suspension, specifically regarding ball joints and bushes in early 2025 and early 2026. While the 2026 pass indicates these specific components were addressed, the frequency of these failures suggests the rubber bushings and joints may be reaching the end of their service life due to age rather than mileage. Checking the integrity of the exhaust system is also advised following the major flexi-pipe leak reported in February 2025.