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DY08 SZC

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,716 mi
Last recorded40,716 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 SZC
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 40,716 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 39,624 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 35,956 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 32,580 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 26,922 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 26,917 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2018 21,891 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 21,270 miles

both rear tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 5 May 2016 20,818 miles

both rear tyres poor condition and cracking to tread area

Fail 29 Apr 2016 20,813 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear tyres poor condition and cracking to tread area

Pass 13 May 2015 20,322 miles

rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 22 May 2014 19,400 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 18,528 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 17,782 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 17,144 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 16,574 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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DY08 SZC is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DY08 SZC, 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.

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What year was DY08 SZC registered?

DY08 SZC is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is DY08 SZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 SZC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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