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SB08 VRJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,102 mi
Last recorded23,102 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 VRJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 23,102 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 17,384 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Slight leak from steering rack

Pass 23 Oct 2019 16,294 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 16,294 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 12,701 miles

steering rack boots are damp with oil

Pass 6 Oct 2017 9,504 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 7,135 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 6,298 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside handbrake reading lower than offside

Nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 20 May 2014 6,298 miles

Nearside handbrake reading lower than offside

Nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 7 May 2013 5,885 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 5,595 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 4,917 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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SB08 VRJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SB08 VRJ, 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 SB08 VRJ registered?

SB08 VRJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is SB08 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 VRJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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