CarVerify

Free Car Check

BP08 AKY

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

55,018 mi
Last recorded55,018 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Chevrolet
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 AKY
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 55,018 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2026 54,894 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn inner shoulder 155/65r13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 48,388 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 41,665 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 41,020 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 40,346 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2022 40,328 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 39,617 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 38,803 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 38,803 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged ABS RING (1.6 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 37,429 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 35,822 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 34,369 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 32,762 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 29,145 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 23,175 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 19,850 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 14,301 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 9,890 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
Full Chevrolet Matiz reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BP08 AKY is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BP08 AKY, 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

How do I check the history of BP08 AKY?

You can check the full history of BP08 AKY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BP08 AKY registered?

BP08 AKY is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BP08 AKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP08 AKY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BP08 AKY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BP08 AKY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.