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MM57 TJO

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

64,906 mi
Last recorded64,906 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM57 TJO
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 64,906 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel arch corroded.

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroded.

Pass 3 Feb 2025 63,290 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 61,005 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 61,005 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 58,484 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 58,467 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 56,217 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 53,863 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 51,888 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 48,453 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 45,036 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 45,036 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 41,483 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 37,971 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 35,021 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 32,074 miles

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 18 Jan 2013 29,439 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 24,051 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 16,816 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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MM57 TJO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MM57 TJO, 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 MM57 TJO registered?

MM57 TJO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is MM57 TJO safe to buy?

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