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OV08 EBX

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,595 mi
Last recorded45,595 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 EBX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 45,595 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 45,595 miles

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up both (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 44,185 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 42,546 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 40,693 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 38,287 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 36,058 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 36,058 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle at 33% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged leaking air (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 34,531 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 31,605 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 26 Jan 2018 29,085 miles

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

o/s/r tyre + n/s/f tyre perished

Fail 26 Jan 2018 29,084 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle at 45% maximum 30% (3.7.B.5b)

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

o/s/r tyre + n/s/f tyre perished

Pass 5 Jan 2017 28,095 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2017 28,095 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 26,901 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 25,925 miles

FRONT EXHAUST HEAVILY CORRODED

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 24,543 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 22,321 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 20,303 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 18,023 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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OV08 EBX 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 80%.

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 OV08 EBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV08 EBX registered?

OV08 EBX is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is OV08 EBX safe to buy?

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