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LO08 SFN

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,758 mi
Last recorded71,758 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 SFN
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 71,758 miles

Both rear coil springs corroded but not fractured.

Front brake imbalance also slight brake bind. Requires attention.

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 58,099 miles

Nearside Front advise brake pipe slight corrosion

exhaust slight blow

Fail 6 Apr 2018 58,099 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front advise brake pipe slight corrosion

advise fuel filter rusty underside car

exhaust slight blow

Pass 20 Apr 2017 47,625 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 47,625 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 44,063 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box join (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2016 44,063 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box join (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 38,319 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 38,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 33,951 miles

brake pipes corroded

handbrake low

Pass 18 Sep 2013 30,748 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 28,257 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 SFN is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SFN, 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 SFN registered?

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

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