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GU08 NFE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

61,131 mi
Last recorded61,131 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 NFE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 61,131 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 61,128 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 49,078 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 49,078 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached split pin missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached split pin missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2020 49,025 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt small end of cover split away (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Fuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 42,190 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 37,138 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2017 34,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 32,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Wiper split

Pass 24 Nov 2015 28,903 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 24,492 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 19,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Nov 2013 19,592 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Mar 2012 7,802 miles

offfside front wiper starting to split on ends

Pass 30 Mar 2011 6,431 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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GU08 NFE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 GU08 NFE, 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 GU08 NFE registered?

GU08 NFE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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