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BF08 BYN

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,166 mi
Last recorded43,166 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 BYN
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 43,166 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 May 2025 39,494 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 May 2024 39,141 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 37,165 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 35,182 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 35,182 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 33,538 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 32,176 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 27,951 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 27,951 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 22,301 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 16,868 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 12,485 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 6,753 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 4,967 miles

outer edge of the nearside front tyre part worn.

Pass 14 Jun 2013 4,281 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 4,280 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 3,352 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 2,529 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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BF08 BYN is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BF08 BYN, 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 BF08 BYN registered?

BF08 BYN is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is BF08 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 BYN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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