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GD08 FFJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

61,804 mi
Last recorded61,804 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 FFJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 61,804 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 61,804 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 56,088 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 56,088 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 54,453 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 54,452 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 49,506 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 45,385 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 45,385 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

EML on

Pass 12 Jul 2016 41,079 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 35,767 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 30 Jul 2015 35,759 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres perishing

front brakes slightly uneven on application

Pass 16 Jul 2014 29,912 miles

flexy join deteriorated

Fail 16 Jul 2014 29,912 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

flexy join deteriorated

Pass 19 Jul 2013 24,486 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 19,317 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 14,435 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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GD08 FFJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 GD08 FFJ, 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 GD08 FFJ registered?

GD08 FFJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is GD08 FFJ safe to buy?

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