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BJ58 EVP

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,261 mi
Last recorded48,261 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 EVP
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 48,261 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 46,797 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 45,797 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush X2 (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 45,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush X2 (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 44,634 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 42,766 miles

rear brake check

Pass 14 Jul 2021 40,365 miles

Advise clutch slipping

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective Front mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Front exhaust flex in poor condition

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All anti-roll bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 40,365 miles

Advise clutch slipping

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective Front mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Front exhaust flex in poor condition

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All anti-roll bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 38,280 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 35,957 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 32,513 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 29,877 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 26,331 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 22,566 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 18,125 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 13,438 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 10,394 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low on inner and outer edges

Pass 13 Sep 2011 7,167 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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BJ58 EVP is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ58 EVP, 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 BJ58 EVP registered?

BJ58 EVP is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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The MOT history for BJ58 EVP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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