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SK08 WKC

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,176 mi
Last recorded84,176 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 WKC
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2016 84,176 miles

Offside Front outer cv boot perished

both rear axle bushes perished

corrosion on front and rear brake pipes

engine oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2015 80,306 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 80,294 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box split (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 72,612 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 72,577 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

both front tyres on limit nearside has deep cut in sidewall

Pass 15 Apr 2013 55,124 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 43,617 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 31,053 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 30,933 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advisory nail in n/s/r tyre tread

advisory o/s/r tyre low on tread

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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SK08 WKC is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SK08 WKC, 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 SK08 WKC registered?

SK08 WKC is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is SK08 WKC safe to buy?

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