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YH08 EWY

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Orange Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,442 mi
Last recorded41,442 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 EWY
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 41,442 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 41,438 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases leaking on downpipe flex (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 36,968 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 36,965 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

n/s rear brake has slight bind

Pass 4 Mar 2014 31,079 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 28,270 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 22,568 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 17,494 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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YH08 EWY is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Orange with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YH08 EWY, 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 YH08 EWY registered?

YH08 EWY is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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