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WF08 VYG

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,521 mi
Last recorded58,521 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 VYG
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 58,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 58,517 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 46,769 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Exhaust back box mounting badly corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2016 45,006 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 39,515 miles

nsf tyre has slight cuts to side wall

rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 25 Jun 2015 39,515 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nsf tyre has slight cuts to side wall

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 30 Jun 2014 27,790 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 22,851 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 18,897 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 13,463 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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WF08 VYG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WF08 VYG, 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 WF08 VYG registered?

WF08 VYG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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