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SM57 XAK

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,216 mi
Last recorded49,216 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 XAK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 49,216 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 48,401 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

advice o/s steering rack boot twisted

advice rear tyres has small cracks on sidewall

Pass 4 Sep 2019 47,261 miles

o/s/f seatbelt slow to retract

rear tyres cracking at tread and sidewalls

slight leak at exhaust flexi pipe

Fail 29 Aug 2019 47,261 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s/f seatbelt slow to retract

rear tyres cracking at tread and sidewalls

slight leak at exhaust flexi pipe

Pass 28 Aug 2018 45,697 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 43,060 miles

slight leak at exhaust

Pass 5 Sep 2016 40,595 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 35,890 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 27,458 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 27,458 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 19,226 miles

exhaust corroded (not blowing)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 15,643 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 11,940 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 7,753 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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SM57 XAK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SM57 XAK, 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 SM57 XAK registered?

SM57 XAK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SM57 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 XAK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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