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YL08 UPZ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,343 mi
Last recorded58,343 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 UPZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 58,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2017 58,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 47,849 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2016 47,848 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 37,698 miles

front tyres worn on insides

Fail 10 Jul 2015 37,696 miles

Offside Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front tyres worn on insides

Pass 19 Jul 2014 29,228 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 21,176 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 16,849 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 13,386 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 UPZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 UPZ, 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 YL08 UPZ registered?

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

Is YL08 UPZ safe to buy?

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