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CA08 OJU

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

88,511 mi
Last recorded88,511 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 OJU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 88,511 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (2.4.G.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

accident damage to o/s rear body

exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Jun 2014 80,011 miles

Rear subframe mountings are deteriorating.

Top bushes in both rear shock absorbers are starting to show signs of wear.

Fail 17 Jun 2014 79,970 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

N/s rear brake is binding slightly.

Rear subframe mountings are deteriorating.

Top bushes in both rear shock absorbers are starting to show signs of wear.

Pass 25 Jun 2013 69,496 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 69,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 58,466 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 58,466 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 46,054 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
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CA08 OJU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 CA08 OJU, 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 CA08 OJU registered?

CA08 OJU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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