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YR57 YVZ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

24,101 mi
Last recorded24,101 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR57 YVZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 24,101 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 22,829 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 22,409 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 21,241 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 20,011 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 18,907 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 18,239 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 17,191 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 17,187 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 16,523 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2018 16,523 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 15,539 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 13,985 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 12,363 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 12,363 miles

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 21 Feb 2014 10,054 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 10,054 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside front antiroll bar washer bent

Pass 20 Feb 2013 7,867 miles

offside rear brake slight bind nothing showing in brake rollers

offside wiperblade starting to smear

Pass 23 Feb 2012 6,203 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 4,683 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 4,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YR57 YVZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YR57 YVZ, 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

How do I check the history of YR57 YVZ?

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What year was YR57 YVZ registered?

YR57 YVZ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 26 February 2008.

Is YR57 YVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR57 YVZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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