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BJ58 EVG

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,072 mi
Last recorded76,072 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 EVG
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 76,072 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 72,432 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Apr 2017 72,432 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Apr 2016 56,275 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 43,402 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 43,402 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 34,712 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 34,712 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 33,217 miles

oil filter leaking

Pass 18 Feb 2013 21,838 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 15,857 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 15,857 miles

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

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

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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BJ58 EVG 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 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 BJ58 EVG, 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 BJ58 EVG registered?

BJ58 EVG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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The MOT history for BJ58 EVG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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