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LY57 KGG

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

83,577 mi
Last recorded83,577 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 KGG
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 83,577 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side front inner shoulder . (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 78,955 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 68,758 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 55,143 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 46,677 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 42,171 miles

Both front headlamps starting to deteriorate.

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 17 Jun 2020 37,315 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Unable to see brakes.

Fail 17 Jun 2020 37,315 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 13 Jun 2019 32,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 27,181 miles

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 17 Jun 2017 21,405 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 14,928 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 14,928 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 7,565 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 7,364 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 6,917 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 6,404 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 6,404 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 5,698 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 5,049 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 KGG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LY57 KGG, 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 KGG registered?

LY57 KGG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 12 January 2008.

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