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PY08 ARU

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,286 mi
Last recorded99,286 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 ARU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 99,286 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 99,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 89,521 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 89,455 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 77,543 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 64,871 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 64,871 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 57,978 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 52,682 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Mar 2014 44,466 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 35,884 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front screen scratched

Pass 30 Mar 2012 29,011 miles

Wiper blades and wiper arms damaged

Fail 30 Mar 2012 29,011 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Wiper blades and wiper arms damaged

Pass 7 Mar 2011 23,655 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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PY08 ARU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 PY08 ARU, 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 PY08 ARU registered?

PY08 ARU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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