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DL57 JFV

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,323 mi
Last recorded50,323 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL57 JFV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 50,323 miles

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 45,688 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 45,615 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Nov 2017 43,434 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 41,714 miles

Nearside Rear tyre outer wall damaged

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

engine oil leaks

Pass 18 Nov 2015 40,230 miles

Nearside Front road wheel slightly damaged

Nearside Rear tyre wall slightly damaged

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both rear brakes binding slightly

engine oil leaks

Pass 21 Nov 2014 38,342 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 36,488 miles

o/s front anti roll bar to body bolt slightly loose

Pass 27 Nov 2012 33,859 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 31,504 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 31,504 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 23,224 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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DL57 JFV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DL57 JFV, 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 DL57 JFV registered?

DL57 JFV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is DL57 JFV safe to buy?

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