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AU08 OFV

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,457 mi
Last recorded64,457 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 OFV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 64,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 59,577 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 59,571 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 53,569 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front too rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 May 2017 48,795 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 44,382 miles

exhaust system is corroded at joins

Fail 30 Mar 2016 44,382 miles

Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged reluctor ring (3.4.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

exhaust system is corroded at joins

Pass 1 Apr 2015 41,341 miles

exhaust pipework /joints rusty

front discs showing wear/unable to see pads

o/s/r shocker leaking/just mot legal

Fail 1 Apr 2015 41,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

exhaust pipework /joints rusty

front discs showing wear/unable to see pads

o/s/r shocker leaking/just mot legal

Pass 31 Mar 2014 38,190 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Mar 2014 38,190 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 35,430 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 35,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 30,270 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 25,028 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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AU08 OFV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU08 OFV, 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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AU08 OFV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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