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SC57 PHK

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

58,392 mi
Last recorded58,392 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC57 PHK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 58,392 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 58,384 miles

Offside Front Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 58,290 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2019 58,287 miles

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

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 57,562 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 57,548 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 57,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion on brake pipes

Fail 1 Dec 2017 57,473 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion on brake pipes

Pass 3 Dec 2016 57,093 miles

corrosion on brake pipes

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

slight play n/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 3 Dec 2016 57,093 miles

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

corrosion on brake pipes

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

slight play n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 10 Dec 2015 51,323 miles

oil filter coroded

Fail 10 Dec 2015 51,322 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brakes coroded

oil filter coroded

Pass 18 Dec 2014 50,097 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 15 Dec 2014 50,097 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 43,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 22 Nov 2013 43,153 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 37,273 miles

pourus sump

Fail 19 Dec 2012 37,272 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

pourus sump

Pass 20 Dec 2011 30,984 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 29,540 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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SC57 PHK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SC57 PHK, 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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SC57 PHK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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