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HG08 GWL

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,489 mi
Last recorded44,489 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 GWL
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 44,489 miles

both front tyres worn inneredge

both rear tyres perished

Fail 16 Feb 2018 44,489 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres worn inneredge

both rear tyres perished

Pass 10 Feb 2017 35,107 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 25,049 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 17,399 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)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

rear tyres cracked on outer treads 155/65r13

Fail 24 Feb 2015 17,399 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

rear tyres cracked on outer treads 155/65r13

Fail 3 Mar 2014 12,016 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 12,016 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 9,598 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 7,233 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 4,693 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 4,693 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HG08 GWL is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HG08 GWL, 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 HG08 GWL registered?

HG08 GWL is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HG08 GWL safe to buy?

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