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WP08 OBZ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

50,997 mi
Last recorded50,997 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 OBZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 50,997 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 50,997 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 47,663 miles

corrosion rear axle

Fail 31 Mar 2025 47,663 miles

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

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

corrosion rear axle

Pass 3 Apr 2024 46,377 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2024 46,377 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 43,848 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 43,455 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 43,451 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear unable to test seat belts due to obstructing load

Pass 7 Dec 2020 42,907 miles

N/S headlamp lens is deteriorating

both front top strut mounts are dry/noisy in operation

exhaust system in a poor condition and has a slight leak of gases from the front pipe

various underbody component corrosion

Fail 7 Dec 2020 42,907 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

N/S headlamp lens is deteriorating

both front top strut mounts are dry/noisy in operation

exhaust system in a poor condition and has a slight leak of gases from the front pipe

various underbody component corrosion

Pass 18 Sep 2019 41,803 miles

All the metal brake pipes showing slight signs of corrosion

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 40,623 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Sep 2018 40,622 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 40,299 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 39,774 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 35,558 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2015 35,558 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 29,005 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 23,038 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 15,410 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 12,729 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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WP08 OBZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 WP08 OBZ, 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 WP08 OBZ registered?

WP08 OBZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is WP08 OBZ safe to buy?

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