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WM08 DTF

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,548 mi
Last recorded93,548 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 DTF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 93,548 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 18 Apr 2019 93,548 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 4 Mar 2019 93,473 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 86,792 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24%. n/s low inc service brake low. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 84,505 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear brakes sticking on very slighly. recommend strip and clean drums

Fail 29 Jul 2016 84,479 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 74,628 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 74,628 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 64,052 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 54,374 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 44,940 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 32,712 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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WM08 DTF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WM08 DTF, 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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WM08 DTF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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