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GX08 MLZ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,172 mi
Last recorded57,172 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 MLZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2021 57,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 55,172 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 22 Mar 2019 53,232 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 53,230 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust system coroded

Pass 5 Apr 2018 50,432 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 5 Apr 2018 50,432 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Mar 2017 47,972 miles

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Pass 4 Apr 2016 43,354 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 36,948 miles

both rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 19 Mar 2014 29,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 28 Mar 2013 20,884 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 20,092 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 18,555 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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GX08 MLZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GX08 MLZ, 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 GX08 MLZ registered?

GX08 MLZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is GX08 MLZ safe to buy?

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