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HX08 TGZ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

67,647 mi
Last recorded67,647 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 TGZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 67,647 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 66,455 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 66,352 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 66,342 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 65,873 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 64,150 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 64,110 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2017 64,033 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 61,741 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 57,374 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing has slight noise.

Pass 2 Aug 2014 51,904 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 44,210 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing low at edges

Pass 26 Jul 2012 37,620 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

nearside rear wheel bearing noisey.

Fail 26 Jul 2012 37,620 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

nearside rear wheel bearing noisey.

Pass 26 Jul 2011 29,775 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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HX08 TGZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HX08 TGZ, 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 HX08 TGZ registered?

HX08 TGZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is HX08 TGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX08 TGZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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