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DY08 XGH

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

53,003 mi
Last recorded53,003 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 XGH
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 53,003 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak but not excessive

suspension components corroded

Fail 15 May 2024 53,002 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak but not excessive

suspension components corroded

Pass 25 May 2023 50,728 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak

suspension components corroded

Pass 30 May 2022 49,834 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 46,543 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 43,291 miles

fuel filter rusty

Fail 23 May 2019 43,289 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

fuel filter rusty

Pass 7 Jun 2018 42,080 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Offside Rear tyre in poor condition on inner sidewall/tread

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

fuel filter rusty

Fail 6 Jun 2018 42,078 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Offside Rear tyre in poor condition on inner sidewall/tread

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

fuel filter rusty

Pass 23 May 2017 41,489 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Jun 2016 40,991 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 40,991 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 40,202 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 37,083 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 30,747 miles

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

o/s wiper blade poor

Pass 15 Mar 2012 23,643 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,578 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 16,578 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 XGH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XGH, 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 XGH registered?

DY08 XGH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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