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WM08 XMH

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,093 mi
Last recorded47,093 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 XMH
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 47,093 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Outer 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))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 45,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 45,435 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 42,998 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

nearside side repeater lens is missing

slight play in nearside front strut top

Fail 19 Jul 2019 42,998 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

nearside side repeater lens is missing

slight play in nearside front strut top

Pass 19 Jul 2018 38,794 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper o/s rear shock absorber top bush deteriorating allowing some movement

small split to n/s front tyre wall, outer

Fail 18 Jul 2018 38,791 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Upper o/s rear shock absorber top bush deteriorating allowing some movement

small split to n/s front tyre wall, outer

Pass 24 Jul 2017 35,226 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 31,470 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance cover is missing (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 31,470 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance cover is missing (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 25,864 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r tyre cracking on outer sidewall

o/s/r tyre cracking on centre of tread

Pass 16 Jul 2014 23,430 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 18,118 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 15,475 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 XMH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WM08 XMH, 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 XMH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 22 August 2008.

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