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GV57 TKF

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

49,376 mi
Last recorded49,376 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 TKF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 49,376 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2018 49,376 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 44,397 miles

Front Registration plate damaged

Handbrake has slight play in the lower support assembly

Fail 26 Jul 2017 44,372 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front Registration plate damaged

Handbrake has slight play in the lower support assembly

Pass 22 Aug 2016 42,397 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 36,870 miles

front number plate damaged

n/s/f inner brake pad becoming low

Fail 15 Aug 2015 36,868 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front number plate damaged

n/s/f inner brake pad becoming low

Pass 27 Aug 2014 29,556 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 29,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 21,953 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 12,999 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 8,956 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 8,956 miles

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

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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GV57 TKF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 GV57 TKF, 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 GV57 TKF registered?

GV57 TKF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 20 February 2008.

Is GV57 TKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV57 TKF shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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