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HG08 YGH

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

73,467 mi
Last recorded73,467 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 YGH
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 73,467 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 69,712 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth rubber (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 61,124 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 56,624 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 51,378 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lense starting to cloud (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 43,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 38,307 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 36,299 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear fuel tank retaining strap corroded

Rear wiper starting to split

Pass 15 Jun 2017 33,919 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 31,846 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 30,535 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 28,416 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 24,934 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 20,208 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 13,965 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)

Rear Wiper Blade Split

Fail 13 Jun 2011 13,965 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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)

Rear Wiper Blade Split

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 YGH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YGH, 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 HG08 YGH registered?

HG08 YGH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is HG08 YGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 YGH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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