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WG08 XSD

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,767 mi
Last recorded67,767 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 XSD
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 67,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2022 66,704 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s o/s front corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s o/s rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

n/s o/s wiper blades split on ends

Fail 3 Aug 2022 66,704 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect n/s o/s (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s o/s front corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s o/s rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

n/s o/s wiper blades split on ends

Pass 3 Aug 2021 65,189 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 65,186 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 63,417 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 59,377 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 53,558 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 47,044 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 41,578 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 35,979 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 30,100 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 24,076 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 20,798 miles

both rear axle bushes sepperating

offside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Fail 25 Jun 2012 20,798 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both rear axle bushes sepperating

offside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 28 Jun 2011 16,073 miles

O/S/F tyre perished and wearing thin on inner and outer edges.

O/S/R tyre perished on outer side wall plus tyre cracking.

Rear axle bushes starting to seperate from the axle.

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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WG08 XSD is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WG08 XSD, 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 WG08 XSD registered?

WG08 XSD is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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