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LO08 PFY

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,421 mi
Last recorded30,421 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 PFY
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 30,421 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2024 30,421 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp goes off when brake pedal depressed (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 30,087 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 30,087 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure exhaust bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 29,740 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2022 29,740 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 29,433 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 29,433 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp goes out when brake light illuminates (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 29,156 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 29,156 miles

Front Exhaust silencer insecure front exhaust bracket corroded and detached (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2019 27,849 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 27,845 miles

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

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

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

Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 26,948 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 25,911 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 25,039 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 24,077 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 11 Jun 2014 8,085 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 21,064 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 21,063 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,858 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 16,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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LO08 PFY is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LO08 PFY, 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 LO08 PFY registered?

LO08 PFY is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 15 June 2008.

Is LO08 PFY safe to buy?

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