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GJ08 LGL

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

63,681 mi
Last recorded63,681 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 LGL
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 63,681 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 63,681 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 56,522 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 56,522 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 47,114 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 37,086 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 37,086 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 27,988 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 20,294 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 20,294 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 13,522 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 13,522 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GJ08 LGL is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GJ08 LGL, 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 GJ08 LGL registered?

GJ08 LGL is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GJ08 LGL shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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