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BJ08 VDZ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,094 mi
Last recorded70,094 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 VDZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 70,094 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 66,865 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 66,864 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 May 2017 63,388 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 57,987 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 53,395 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 48,384 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 41,637 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 41,637 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 33,269 miles

Dent in rear of car,bumper and tailgate

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 33,269 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Brakes slightly binding offside rear

Cut in tread of offside rear tyre

Dent in rear of car,bumper and tailgate

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 25,017 miles

Offside rear tyre has cut in tread

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 VDZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ08 VDZ, 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 BJ08 VDZ registered?

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

Is BJ08 VDZ safe to buy?

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