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2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

57,297 mi
Last recorded57,297 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ58 SEO
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 57,297 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 50,250 miles

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

rear exhaust temporarily secured

Fail 7 Apr 2016 50,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear exhaust temporarily secured

Pass 3 Apr 2015 45,282 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 38,547 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 38,547 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 36,672 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 36,672 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 32,570 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 32,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 29,870 miles

both front brake discs pitted

Fail 17 Oct 2011 29,870 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front brake discs pitted

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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WJ58 SEO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ58 SEO, 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 WJ58 SEO registered?

WJ58 SEO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is WJ58 SEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ58 SEO shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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