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BN58 WJA

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

86,872 mi
Last recorded86,872 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 WJA
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 86,872 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 86,869 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 82,785 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked and perished

Fail 9 Sep 2016 82,771 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 17 Sep 2015 79,640 miles

oil leak exhaust blowing

Pass 26 Aug 2014 68,253 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Aug 2014 68,248 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2013 56,680 miles

front pads approx 75% worn

o/s/f tyre low 2mm

Pass 11 Sep 2012 46,522 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 34,773 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 34,773 miles

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

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

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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BN58 WJA is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BN58 WJA, 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 BN58 WJA registered?

BN58 WJA is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is BN58 WJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 WJA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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