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WK08 WAJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,316 mi
Last recorded61,316 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 WAJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 61,316 miles

front suspension corroded on lower arms

handbrake travel

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged & wheel rim damaged

nearside rear wheel binding slightly

Fail 29 Jul 2016 61,314 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front suspension corroded on lower arms

handbrake travel

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged & wheel rim damaged

nearside rear wheel binding slightly

Pass 19 May 2015 50,234 miles

exhaust front and rear brackets broken

track control arms corroded

Pass 27 May 2014 45,404 miles

front suspension components surface corrosion

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 20 May 2013 41,637 miles

front track control arms corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2012 36,686 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 28,017 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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WK08 WAJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WK08 WAJ, 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 WK08 WAJ registered?

WK08 WAJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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The MOT history for WK08 WAJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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