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SB08 VUV

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,561 mi
Last recorded91,561 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 VUV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 91,561 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 91,561 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 50,958 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and rear both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 48,088 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 48,088 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 45,871 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 44,400 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 42,260 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides upper shock mount bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 42,259 miles

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

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both sides (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides upper shock mount bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 39,945 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 37,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 36,135 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 36,134 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 18,450 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 11,102 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 5,847 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 5,277 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 3,904 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 VUV is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VUV, 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 SB08 VUV registered?

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

Is SB08 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 VUV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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