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LY08 SVG

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,777 mi
Last recorded35,777 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 SVG
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 35,777 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 35,777 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 31,833 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 23,924 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 20,990 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 20,990 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 17,793 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 14,580 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 10,042 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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LY08 SVG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 LY08 SVG, 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 LY08 SVG registered?

LY08 SVG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is LY08 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 SVG shows 9 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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