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DS08 WXV

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,882 mi
Last recorded23,882 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 WXV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 23,882 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 21,699 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak gearbox ()

all 4 tyres sidewall cracks

Pass 26 Aug 2016 19,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked / perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked / perished (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Aug 2015 17,717 miles

Both rear tyres cracking outer side walls

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Signs of oil leak from gearbox area

Fail 28 Aug 2015 17,717 miles

Both rear tyres cracking outer side walls

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Signs of oil leak from gearbox area

Stop lamp not working All (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 16,613 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 16,613 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2013 14,797 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 14,797 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 12,710 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 11,274 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 11,274 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DS08 WXV 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 66.7%.

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 DS08 WXV, 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 DS08 WXV registered?

DS08 WXV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is DS08 WXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 WXV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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