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MF08 KYO

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

81,451 mi
Last recorded81,451 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 KYO
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 81,451 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 81,451 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 81,262 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 59,161 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 59,161 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 49,683 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil sump corroded

Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Brake pedal spongy (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 48,459 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 46,832 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 44,893 miles

exhaust starting to deteriorate

front n/s tyre side wall starting to crack

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

Fail 24 Jun 2019 44,893 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust starting to deteriorate

front n/s tyre side wall starting to crack

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 14 Jun 2018 42,001 miles

exhaust starting to deteriorate

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 25 May 2017 40,061 miles

exhaust is starting to corrode surface rust

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Fail 25 May 2017 40,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

exhaust is starting to corrode surface rust

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Pass 14 Jun 2016 38,196 miles

exhaust is starting to corrode surface rust

rear n/s tyre is starting to wear

Fail 14 Jun 2016 38,196 miles

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

exhaust is starting to corrode surface rust

rear n/s tyre is starting to wear

Pass 20 Jun 2015 35,690 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 35,614 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2012 34,076 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 28,452 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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MF08 KYO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 MF08 KYO, 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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MF08 KYO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 20 May 2008.

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