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BL57 ZSO

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,423 mi
Last recorded20,423 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 ZSO
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 20,423 miles

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Front bumper slightly loose but secure

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 18,661 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly Cracking All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 18,031 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 18,023 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 17,909 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 17,461 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 16,759 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 16,053 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 15,130 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 14,373 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 13,497 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 14 Dec 2012 12,711 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 11,068 miles

front pads low

slight damage osf tyre outer wall

wiper blades smearing

Pass 25 Jan 2011 8,853 miles

front wiper blades slightly smearing

nsf tyre getting low

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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BL57 ZSO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL57 ZSO, 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 BL57 ZSO registered?

BL57 ZSO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is BL57 ZSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 ZSO shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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