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FY58 KYX

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,229 mi
Last recorded48,229 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 KYX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2024 48,229 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 45,974 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 45,034 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 45,034 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 43,726 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 43,293 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 39,962 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 38,126 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 38,126 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 36,428 miles

Front exhaust bracket broken

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 20 Mar 2017 36,426 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ring cracked & inscure (3.4.2)

Front exhaust bracket broken

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 34,950 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 32,292 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 30,872 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 29,372 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 29,372 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 22,782 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 18,417 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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FY58 KYX is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FY58 KYX, 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.

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What year was FY58 KYX registered?

FY58 KYX is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is FY58 KYX safe to buy?

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