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SAL 596X

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,705 mi
Last recorded69,705 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAL 596X
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 69,705 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 61,034 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 52,349 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 52,323 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 43,929 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 34,876 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 25,168 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 25,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lhd headlight fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 May 2020 20,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nr limit and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 11,694 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 11,694 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,651 miles

slight binding on os/r brake

Pass 24 Apr 2014 10,787 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 9,685 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 8,474 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,057 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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SAL 596X is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SAL 596X, 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 SAL 596X registered?

SAL 596X is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SAL 596X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAL 596X shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAL 596X have outstanding finance?

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