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BV08 YFA

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

113,193 mi
Last recorded113,193 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 YFA
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 113,193 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 113,191 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

front brake excessively fluctuating both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2017 99,091 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 94,139 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 80,312 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 80,312 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 73,293 miles

front exhaust mount deteched

Fail 24 Jun 2014 73,293 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front exhaust mount deteched

Pass 29 Jun 2013 54,910 miles

Front exhaust mounting insecure

Fail 22 Jun 2013 54,691 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front exhaust mounting insecure .

Pass 16 Jun 2012 38,504 miles

slight scratch marks on windscreen

Pass 28 Jun 2011 23,516 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 23,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BV08 YFA is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BV08 YFA, 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 BV08 YFA registered?

BV08 YFA is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BV08 YFA safe to buy?

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