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SJ08 ZOZ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,372 mi
Last recorded44,372 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 ZOZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 44,372 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 44,370 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 42,447 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

some components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

Pass 17 Nov 2023 41,005 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 39,070 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 37,136 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 34,414 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 32,802 miles

slight play in both front strut top mountings

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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SJ08 ZOZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 800cc 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 SJ08 ZOZ, 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 SJ08 ZOZ registered?

SJ08 ZOZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SJ08 ZOZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 ZOZ 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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