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LY57 KGE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Orange Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

89,271 mi
Last recorded89,271 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 KGE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 89,271 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 89,271 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 79,912 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 79,912 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2014 66,187 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2014 66,187 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2013 52,789 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 52,789 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 40,973 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 30,380 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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LY57 KGE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Orange with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LY57 KGE, 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 LY57 KGE registered?

LY57 KGE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LY57 KGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY57 KGE shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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