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BL08 YPJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,118 mi
Last recorded65,118 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 YPJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2021 65,118 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 60,722 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 59,677 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 55,066 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 55,067 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 49,510 miles

Front number plate deteriorating.

Fail 14 Aug 2017 49,510 miles

Front number plate deteriorating.

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 45,417 miles

Both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorating.

Slight bind at nearside rear brake.

Pass 21 Aug 2015 40,337 miles

Screenwashers feeble.

Slight front brake imbalance, offside lazy.

Three tyres wearing close to limit.

Pass 15 Aug 2014 35,231 miles

front exhaust bracket broken

Fail 15 Aug 2014 35,231 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front exhaust bracket broken

Pass 12 Aug 2013 30,555 miles

Slight bind offside rear brake.

Pass 14 Aug 2012 26,470 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 20,973 miles

Rear Wiper blade split.

Fail 28 Jul 2011 20,973 miles

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

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

Rear Wiper blade split.

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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BL08 YPJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BL08 YPJ, 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 BL08 YPJ registered?

BL08 YPJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is BL08 YPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 YPJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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