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EN08 EFF

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

37,202 mi
Last recorded37,202 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 EFF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2025 37,202 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 34,997 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 33,799 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 33,799 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 32,649 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 31,439 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 31,439 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Both Rear Tyres Cracking

Pass 20 Jul 2020 30,271 miles

Central Rear Steel brake pipe corrosion noted.

Pass 24 Jul 2019 29,060 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 25,579 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 27,579 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 26,213 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 24,093 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 21,377 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 19,259 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 15,798 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 15,798 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 12,692 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 10,020 miles

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 14 Jul 2011 10,020 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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EN08 EFF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EN08 EFF, 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 EN08 EFF registered?

EN08 EFF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is EN08 EFF safe to buy?

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