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AO08 VHJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,538 mi
Last recorded28,538 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 VHJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 28,538 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel.

Pass 21 Oct 2021 27,688 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 27,650 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 27,645 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2019 27,588 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 27,588 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 27,264 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 27,264 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently safety catch stuck in the open position (3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 26,926 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 26,604 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre perrishing

Fail 28 Sep 2016 26,555 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Both rear wheel bearings not tested due to binding rear brakes

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre perrishing

Pass 23 Sep 2015 25,240 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 24,077 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 20,424 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 17,483 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 13,144 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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AO08 VHJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 AO08 VHJ, 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 AO08 VHJ registered?

AO08 VHJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AO08 VHJ safe to buy?

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