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YL08 UPP

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

28,659 mi
Last recorded28,659 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 UPP
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 28,659 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 25,464 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 22,324 miles

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 22,324 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 18,085 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 18,085 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 13,320 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

front exhaust hanger corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2013 13,320 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

front exhaust hanger corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2012 10,634 miles

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

exhaust corroded

o s r body has damage

Pass 26 Jul 2012 10,634 miles

exhaust corroded

o s r body has damage

Pass 21 Jul 2011 8,217 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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YL08 UPP is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YL08 UPP, 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 YL08 UPP registered?

YL08 UPP is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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