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AP08 YJT

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Green Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,790 mi
Last recorded35,790 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 YJT
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 35,790 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 35,790 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 33,502 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 30,586 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 30,585 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 28,365 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 25,133 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 22,689 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 22,689 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 17,912 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 13,928 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Matiz?

Based on 487,981 MOT tests across 31,339 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
3,495
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
31,339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,486
brake binding 11,247
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,488
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 5,877
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 5,113
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AP08 YJT is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Green with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 41,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Matiz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,486 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 YJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP08 YJT registered?

AP08 YJT is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AP08 YJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 YJT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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