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ML08 FXX

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,340 mi
Last recorded36,340 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 FXX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 36,340 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 34,444 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 34,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2017 33,518 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jun 2017 33,516 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 31,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake application 29%

Fail 21 Jun 2016 31,009 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 27,791 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 27,791 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 May 2014 25,211 miles

Both rear tyres cracked but not exposing any cords

SLight corrosion to front brake discs

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 30 Apr 2014 25,211 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres cracked but not exposing any cords

SLight corrosion to front brake discs

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 May 2013 23,890 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 22,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2011 20,917 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 20,496 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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ML08 FXX is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 ML08 FXX, 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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ML08 FXX is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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