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BW57 RYV

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,535 mi
Last recorded67,535 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 RYV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 67,535 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 67,535 miles

Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 59,245 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 59,243 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 52,498 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 50,639 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 50,564 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 50,561 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 50,410 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 50,257 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 49,986 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 49,648 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 49,320 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 49,317 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 48,984 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 46,422 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 41,069 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 35,472 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 35,422 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 30,068 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 24,643 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 24,630 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)

Nearside 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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BW57 RYV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BW57 RYV, 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

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What year was BW57 RYV registered?

BW57 RYV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is BW57 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 RYV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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