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PK08 DZX

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,347 mi
Last recorded63,347 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 DZX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 63,347 miles

Engine warning light is illuminated

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

Fail 14 Nov 2017 63,347 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working o/s and n/s (1.1.A.3b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working o/s and n/s (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working o/s and n/s (1.1.C.1d)

Engine warning light is illuminated

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 62,949 miles

Offside Front steering arm has slight play

Pass 4 Feb 2016 57,849 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 50,689 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Feb 2014 42,081 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 39,751 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 39,750 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 21,852 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 21,851 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,646 miles

nearside front tyre scuffed on outer wall

oil leak

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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PK08 DZX is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 PK08 DZX, 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 PK08 DZX registered?

PK08 DZX is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is PK08 DZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 DZX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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