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DY58 FKJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,111 mi
Last recorded63,111 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 FKJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2019 63,111 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 57,777 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 57,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 50,945 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit has a nail (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit has a slight crack outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 44,368 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 43,521 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 43,521 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 41,184 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 39,107 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 39,107 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2011 39,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 39,036 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 FKJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc 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 DY58 FKJ, 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 DY58 FKJ registered?

DY58 FKJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is DY58 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 FKJ 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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