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BN08 FBJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Orange Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,344 mi
Last recorded83,344 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 FBJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 83,344 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2021 83,334 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEXI JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 81,319 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 13 Nov 2020 81,319 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2019 76,994 miles

Front Exhaust support broken

Pass 15 Aug 2017 72,812 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 72,801 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 61,702 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 30 Jul 2015 49,865 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

front pads 3mm of wear

Pass 8 Aug 2014 44,023 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 41,485 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 41,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 37,948 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 36,731 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 26,436 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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BN08 FBJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Orange with a 995cc 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 BN08 FBJ, 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 BN08 FBJ registered?

BN08 FBJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is BN08 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 FBJ 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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