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DS08 WXW

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

94,399 mi
Last recorded94,399 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 WXW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 94,399 miles

Nearside Rear WHEEL ARCH CORRODED

Fail 24 Mar 2023 94,381 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear WHEEL ARCH CORRODED

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 84,747 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 76,736 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 76,659 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 71,214 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 65,089 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 65,286 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 59,109 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 59,106 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 57,427 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 57,427 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 56,167 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 45,388 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 45,388 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 29,907 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 23,342 miles

both rear tyres heavily perished

n/s/f tyre perishing

Pass 18 Jul 2012 21,491 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 17,397 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 17,397 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 WXW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 WXW, 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 WXW registered?

DS08 WXW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is DS08 WXW safe to buy?

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