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DY58 FJP

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

98,262 mi
Last recorded98,262 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 FJP
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 98,262 miles

Nearside Front window sceen damged

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

Nearside Rear tyre starting to go out of shape

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2018 98,090 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

nearside front windscreen cracked but not effecting drivers view

Pass 18 Oct 2017 88,048 miles

ABS amber warning light on

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Oct 2017 88,047 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

ABS amber warning light on

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Sep 2016 77,745 miles

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

oil leak

test done in wet conditions

Fail 5 Sep 2016 77,660 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

oil leak

test done in wet conditions

Pass 5 Mar 2015 62,045 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front exhaust bracket broken , but secure.

petrol cap flap damaged

Fail 19 Feb 2015 61,981 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front exhaust bracket broken , but secure.

petrol cap flap damaged

Fail 31 Jan 2015 61,473 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2013 51,445 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 57,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 38,509 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 28,232 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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DY58 FJP is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 DY58 FJP, 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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DY58 FJP is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 13 October 2008.

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