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BK08 XDF

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

71,517 mi
Last recorded71,517 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 XDF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 71,517 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

o\s\f innerwheel arch trim insecure

Pass 4 Feb 2022 64,322 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 59,569 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 59,107 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 59,087 miles

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

Battery leaking (4.13 (b))

Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside wiper in poor condition.

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 54,687 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 54,687 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 47,517 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged RING (3.4.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 41,906 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 41,906 miles

Stop lamp not working ALL THREE (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 39,247 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 35,857 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 35,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 27,213 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 19,168 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 19,168 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 10,812 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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BK08 XDF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BK08 XDF, 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 BK08 XDF registered?

BK08 XDF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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