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EK08 VLZ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,298 mi
Last recorded118,298 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 VLZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 118,298 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 115,564 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 110,664 miles

engine oil leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 110,664 miles

Braking system leaking brake master cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2015 107,035 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

exhaust bracket broken

n/s front tyre has minor cut on the outer sidewall

Pass 6 Feb 2014 103,401 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 98,049 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 92,012 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 92,012 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 62,987 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2011 62,897 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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EK08 VLZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 EK08 VLZ, 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 EK08 VLZ registered?

EK08 VLZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EK08 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 VLZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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