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LO08 PVE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

67,149 mi
Last recorded67,149 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 PVE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 67,149 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear heat shield loose

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both sills corroded / previously welded

fuel filter corroded

underbody and rear axle corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2021 67,002 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

fuel filter corroded

Fail 26 Feb 2021 67,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted fouling on the chassis (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

fuel filter corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2020 63,985 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 63,967 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear top of fuel tank (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2019 60,356 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 60,308 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 77,408 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Feb 2018 77,408 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 52,684 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 49,019 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 49,019 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres wearing on inner shoulders

Pass 27 Feb 2015 44,209 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 44,180 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 39,233 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 39,233 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 35,304 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 31,596 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 28,163 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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LO08 PVE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 LO08 PVE, 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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LO08 PVE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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