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BJ08 VDV

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

48,803 mi
Last recorded48,803 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 VDV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 48,803 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 48,803 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber mounting split (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155/6513 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

tracking

Pass 9 May 2016 39,553 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 31,154 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

both rear tyres have slight cracking

tracking may be required

under vehicle dry - recomend waxooil

Pass 11 May 2015 31,154 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

both rear tyres have slight cracking

tracking may be required

under vehicle dry - recomend waxooil

Pass 2 May 2014 24,510 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 24,510 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 21,142 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 18,186 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 14,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BJ08 VDV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BJ08 VDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ08 VDV registered?

BJ08 VDV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is BJ08 VDV safe to buy?

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