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BP57 EXJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,451 mi
Last recorded75,451 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 EXJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 75,451 miles

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

Coil spring corroded both front & both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 69,615 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 69,615 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn track rod end split pins missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 66,657 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 15 Jan 2018 66,657 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2016 60,603 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 30 Dec 2016 60,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Jan 2016 49,087 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 49,087 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 38,835 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 28,682 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 27,854 miles

rear axel bushes begining to deteriorate

Pass 27 Feb 2012 25,767 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 22,647 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 3 Mar 2011 22,647 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

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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BP57 EXJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BP57 EXJ, 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 BP57 EXJ registered?

BP57 EXJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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