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EX08 GXK

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,901 mi
Last recorded28,901 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 GXK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 28,901 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle recently under sealed

Pass 19 Nov 2024 28,900 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2024 28,900 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 28,851 miles

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective fronts deteriorated (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 28,663 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 28,277 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 28,277 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 27,909 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 27,909 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 27,304 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

both front suspension arms corroded

front number plate damaged

slight corrosion rear section nearside front to rear brake pipe

Pass 27 Sep 2018 26,913 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

front number plate damaged

offside front tyre low outer edge

Pass 26 Sep 2017 25,415 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 24,609 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,761 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 23,761 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 23,165 miles

offside rear seat not secured for use

Pass 10 Sep 2013 22,438 miles

both rear tyres perished on side walls

Pass 26 Sep 2012 21,614 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 21,614 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

cracking nearside front tyre

Pass 1 Oct 2011 21,017 miles

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

rear wiper

Pass 20 Jan 2011 16,158 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 16,158 miles

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

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

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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EX08 GXK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 EX08 GXK, 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 EX08 GXK registered?

EX08 GXK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is EX08 GXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 GXK shows 22 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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