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HG08 MFN

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,280 mi
Last recorded29,280 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 MFN
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 29,280 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 29,278 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 25,063 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 21,301 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 18,172 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 14,806 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 14,797 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 8,482 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Blades Split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 5,893 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 5,872 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both N/S and O/S (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

rear brake binding Both N/S and O/S (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 5,858 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 3,057 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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HG08 MFN is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HG08 MFN, 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 MFN registered?

HG08 MFN is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is HG08 MFN safe to buy?

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