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DP57 BJE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,741 mi
Last recorded48,741 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP57 BJE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 48,741 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2025 48,625 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 42,527 miles

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy offside and nearside (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 36,522 miles

Central Front Exhaust excessively corroded front section

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 35,377 miles

No reversing light working .

Pass 29 Jun 2021 35,167 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 34,987 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 34,586 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

clutch pedal very stiff

Pass 25 Jul 2018 34,254 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))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 34,254 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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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DP57 BJE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DP57 BJE, 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 DP57 BJE registered?

DP57 BJE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is DP57 BJE safe to buy?

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