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YY08 LHF

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

60,630 mi
Last recorded60,630 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY08 LHF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 60,630 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box joint (7.1.2)

powersteering oil slight residue,engine oil leak

Fail 28 Apr 2017 60,630 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box joint (7.1.2)

powersteering oil slight residue,engine oil leak

Pass 14 May 2016 55,168 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 49,119 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 43,503 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 35,526 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 16,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 May 2012 16,139 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 15,757 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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YY08 LHF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YY08 LHF, 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 YY08 LHF registered?

YY08 LHF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 12 July 2008.

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