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VF57 NUB

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,203 mi
Last recorded22,203 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 NUB
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 22,203 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Very rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 21,802 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective Flexible section in poor condition and outer mesh has broken away from the system (6.1.2 (a))

Central Little reserve travel left on the Parking brake lever

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% recorded with failure being 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 21,341 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 20,706 miles

front flexi pipe corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2022 20,003 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 19,267 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 18,659 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 18,079 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 17,429 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 16,933 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 16,933 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

brakes only just met efficiency

Pass 25 Feb 2016 16,331 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 15,283 miles

both front tyres starting to perish

nearside front tyre is on 2mm

Pass 27 Feb 2014 14,469 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front tyre is on 2mm tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Feb 2013 13,732 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 13,732 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 12,864 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 10,110 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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VF57 NUB is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VF57 NUB, 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 VF57 NUB registered?

VF57 NUB is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 February 2008.

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The MOT history for VF57 NUB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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