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HJ08 ZNP

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

48,506 mi
Last recorded48,506 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 ZNP
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 48,506 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 45,466 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 45,464 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside weaker (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 43,131 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive offside driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 43,130 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% offside weaker (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive offside driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 39,872 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 37,574 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 35,035 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 35,035 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 33,601 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 31,131 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 27,709 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 24,678 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 21,829 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 20,628 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 19,752 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 18,696 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 16,645 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 13,966 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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HJ08 ZNP is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HJ08 ZNP, 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 HJ08 ZNP registered?

HJ08 ZNP is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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