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HJ58 LJK

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

33,915 mi
Last recorded33,915 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ58 LJK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 33,915 miles

Front flexi exhaust shield insecure

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2021 33,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front flexi exhaust shield insecure

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 32,892 miles

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

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

front exhaust down pipe support bracket corroded.[needs early attention]

handbrake travel.

Fail 18 Aug 2020 32,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front exhaust down pipe support bracket corroded.[needs early attention]

handbrake travel.

Pass 7 Aug 2019 28,180 miles

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

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

o/s headlight has condensation inside lens but effecting beam image.

rear axle corroded.

Fail 7 Aug 2019 28,180 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

o/s headlight has condensation inside lens but effecting beam image.

rear axle corroded.

Pass 14 Aug 2018 26,209 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2018 26,207 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 23,801 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre wall damaged [slight]

Pass 16 Aug 2016 21,137 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 15,575 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 14,609 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 14,583 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake pads very low

unable to check n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 26 Sep 2013 12,619 miles

Front pads wearing low (70%)

Front wiper blades starting to smear on screen

Light misting of oil on Near side steering gaitor

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brakes binding slightly (suspect wheel cylinders partially siezed)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 10,548 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 7,547 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edges

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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HJ58 LJK 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 68.8%.

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 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 HJ58 LJK, 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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HJ58 LJK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 September 2008.

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