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KW08 EFR

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,239 mi
Last recorded23,239 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 EFR
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 23,239 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 19,186 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 19,184 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 3 May 2022 18,837 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2022 18,836 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 16,518 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 14,407 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 9,413 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/65/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 4,015 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 3,993 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 3,993 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 3,834 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 3,834 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 3,543 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 3,133 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 2,662 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 2,183 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 1,723 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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KW08 EFR is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KW08 EFR, 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 KW08 EFR registered?

KW08 EFR is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for KW08 EFR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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