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YR08 XDJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,995 mi
Last recorded92,995 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 XDJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 92,995 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear flexi to cylinder pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe and front hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 92,994 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear flexi to cylinder pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe and front hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 88,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 88,109 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 82,452 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 77,958 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 68,664 miles

Both rear axle bushes bonding deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Mar 2015 68,662 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Both rear axle bushes bonding deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Apr 2014 56,711 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 45,897 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 36,068 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 28,463 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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YR08 XDJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YR08 XDJ, 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 YR08 XDJ registered?

YR08 XDJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 6 April 2008.

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