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WG08 ZKJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,356 mi
Last recorded116,356 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 ZKJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 116,356 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 112,320 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)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 May 2017 100,421 miles

Oil leak ()

fuel pipe is slight wet but not leaking

Pass 28 May 2016 90,603 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 75,564 miles

Oil leak

front exhaust braket missing but the system is supported

Fail 18 Feb 2015 75,564 miles

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

Oil leak

front exhaust braket missing but the system is supported

Pass 26 Feb 2014 58,267 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Feb 2014 58,267 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2013 41,288 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 26,328 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 18,698 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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WG08 ZKJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZKJ, 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 WG08 ZKJ registered?

WG08 ZKJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is WG08 ZKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 ZKJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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