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YH08 EXJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

70,799 mi
Last recorded70,799 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 EXJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 70,799 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 70,798 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 46,391 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 46,391 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 37,241 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 37,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 25,626 miles

all 4 tyres cracking on outer side walls

Fail 21 Mar 2014 25,626 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

all 4 tyres cracking on outer side walls

Pass 25 Mar 2013 18,343 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 15,198 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 10,489 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 10,489 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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 EXJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 YH08 EXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YH08 EXJ registered?

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

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The MOT history for YH08 EXJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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