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SB08 XWU

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,912 mi
Last recorded48,912 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 XWU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 48,912 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 46,453 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 44,164 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 41,975 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 38,841 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

exhaust frontpipe corroded at mounting

Pass 1 Oct 2012 36,326 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 25,454 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 25,307 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 XWU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XWU, 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

How do I check the history of SB08 XWU?

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What year was SB08 XWU registered?

SB08 XWU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is SB08 XWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 XWU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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