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EY08 OTM

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,284 mi
Last recorded22,284 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 OTM
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 22,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 21,482 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2025 21,482 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 20,297 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 18,995 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2022 17,630 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 16,779 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2020 15,932 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 14,811 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 13,377 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 12,182 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 11,193 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 9,844 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 May 2014 8,311 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 6,847 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 5,121 miles

nearside front tyre has outer sidewall damage

Fail 17 May 2012 5,121 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

nearside front tyre has outer sidewall damage

Pass 6 May 2011 4,358 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

damaged n/s/f outer tyre walls

Fail 6 May 2011 4,358 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)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

damaged n/s/f outer tyre walls

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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EY08 OTM is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EY08 OTM, 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 EY08 OTM registered?

EY08 OTM is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 16 March 2008.

Is EY08 OTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 OTM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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