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GP08 YRM

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

44,269 mi
Last recorded44,269 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 YRM
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 44,269 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2025 44,898 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 34,800 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 27,352 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 26,937 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2022 26,935 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 25,598 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 25,323 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 24,357 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 23,297 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 22,305 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 20,898 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 19,890 miles

slight brake bind to offside rear

Pass 5 Sep 2014 18,654 miles

slight brake bind from nearside rear

Pass 30 Aug 2013 17,384 miles

offside wiper blade rubber worn

Pass 5 Sep 2012 16,028 miles

offside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,078 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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GP08 YRM is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GP08 YRM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP08 YRM registered?

GP08 YRM is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is GP08 YRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 YRM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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