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LO08 SFJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,617 mi
Last recorded57,617 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 SFJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2023 57,617 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 56,733 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 56,733 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 55,178 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 53,805 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 52,440 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 50,976 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 49,610 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 48,422 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 46,980 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 46,980 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 43,751 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 38,852 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 35,818 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 29,787 miles

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 SFJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LO08 SFJ, 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 LO08 SFJ registered?

LO08 SFJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is LO08 SFJ safe to buy?

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