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GV08 CBU

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,037 mi
Last recorded67,037 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2014
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 CBU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2014 67,037 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/f outer sill damaged

Pass 27 Apr 2013 67,036 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 53,248 miles

front number plate deteriorating

Pass 11 Apr 2011 39,270 miles

Front bumper insecure

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 39,270 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front bumper insecure

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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GV08 CBU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV08 CBU, 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 GV08 CBU registered?

GV08 CBU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is GV08 CBU safe to buy?

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