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GK58 VWE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,499 mi
Last recorded42,499 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 VWE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 42,499 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Sep 2026 42,498 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2025 39,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 36,339 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear inner sill corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2023 33,028 miles

Engine stabiliser mounting starting to split

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2023 33,028 miles

Engine stabiliser mounting starting to split

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 28,877 miles

Engine stabiliser rear bush splitting

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 28,877 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine stabiliser rear bush splitting

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 25,195 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 21,567 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 21,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155/65/13 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 16,841 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 16,841 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 12,636 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 12,376 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 12,374 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 11,883 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 26 Aug 2015 11,310 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 10,202 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 10,202 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 8,964 miles

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 15 Aug 2012 7,589 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 6,084 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 6,084 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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GK58 VWE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GK58 VWE, 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 GK58 VWE registered?

GK58 VWE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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