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GF08 LVE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

69,585 mi
Last recorded69,585 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 LVE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 69,585 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 64,886 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 64,886 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 62,626 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener obscuring the view of the road ()

Fail 8 Feb 2019 62,626 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener obscuring the view of the road ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 59,792 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 55,045 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 49,733 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 49,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 43,626 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 36,833 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 30,372 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 24,934 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 18,365 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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GF08 LVE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 GF08 LVE, 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 GF08 LVE registered?

GF08 LVE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is GF08 LVE safe to buy?

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