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CA08 YMD

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,544 mi
Last recorded38,544 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 YMD
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 38,544 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2025 32,367 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 26,156 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 20,461 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 15,338 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 14,663 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 14,146 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 13,382 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 12,630 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 11,904 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 11,128 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 10,132 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 10,132 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 9,032 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,438 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 5,569 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 YMD is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 CA08 YMD, 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 YMD registered?

CA08 YMD is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is CA08 YMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 YMD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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