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CAF 717

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,303 mi
Last recorded19,303 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAF 717
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Dec 2025 19,303 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 19,268 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 18,629 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 18,324 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 17,719 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 17,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 16,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 15,067 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 13,939 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 12,273 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 11,087 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 9,687 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 7,476 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 6,546 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 5,472 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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CAF 717 is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CAF 717, 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 CAF 717 registered?

CAF 717 is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is CAF 717 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAF 717 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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