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EY08 VGM

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

35,735 mi
Last recorded35,735 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 VGM
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 35,735 miles

Nearside Rear Service and parking brake efficiency slightly low

Pass 10 Feb 2025 34,767 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 33,652 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking around edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Slight corrosion rear of inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking around edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 32,573 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 32,493 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 30,470 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 30,470 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 29,583 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 29,583 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 28,546 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 27,261 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 25,708 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 25,708 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 24,119 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 24,119 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 22,605 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 21,155 miles

Offside rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 17 Feb 2014 19,771 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 19,771 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 18,160 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 16,740 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 15,538 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 15,538 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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EY08 VGM is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 EY08 VGM, 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 VGM registered?

EY08 VGM is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is EY08 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 VGM shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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