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HY08 GAO

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,019 mi
Last recorded51,019 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 GAO
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 51,019 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf & osf (inner & outer) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nsf & osf (1.2.1 (e))

frnt flexi exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fail 24 Aug 2018 51,018 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf & osf (inner & outer) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nsf & osf (1.2.1 (e))

frnt flexi exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Aug 2017 48,655 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 48,652 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working dip light (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 42,536 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 34,819 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 28,063 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 24,281 miles

child seat

slight binding to o/s/r brake

Pass 10 Sep 2012 20,501 miles

O/S wiper blade in poor condition but still clearing screen

Pass 30 Jul 2011 14,736 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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HY08 GAO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HY08 GAO, 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 HY08 GAO registered?

HY08 GAO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is HY08 GAO safe to buy?

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