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AP08 LHH

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

65,670 mi
Last recorded65,670 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 LHH
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 65,670 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 65,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 53,837 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

O/S headlamp tarnished

O/S/R axle bush worn

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

Rear exhaust heat shield adrift

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 24 Jun 2019 53,837 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 155/65/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring insecure Battery terminal (4.11 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

O/S headlamp tarnished

O/S/R axle bush worn

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

Rear exhaust heat shield adrift

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Jun 2018 41,266 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 May 2018 41,061 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on 3mm + deteriorated

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

steering rack area damp

Pass 14 Jun 2017 36,495 miles

nearside front tyre bald on outer edge

Fail 10 Jun 2017 36,465 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

nearside front tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 16 Jun 2016 30,958 miles

brake discs corroded/worn

brake pipes corroded

coil springs corroded

slight corrosion underside

Fail 16 Jun 2016 30,958 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake discs corroded/worn

brake pipes corroded

coil springs corroded

slight corrosion underside

Pass 16 Jun 2015 26,352 miles

exhaust system corroded

fron to rear brake pipes harshly corroded (border line pass)

parking brake high

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 16 Jun 2014 21,211 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on edgrs.. slight binding on rear brakes . exhaust flexi joint starting to wear .. front exhaust mounting broken away from exhaust ..

Fail 12 Jun 2014 21,152 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

o/s/r tyre worn on edgrs.. slight binding on rear brakes . exhaust flexi joint starting to wear .. front exhaust mounting broken away from exhaust ..

Pass 7 Jun 2013 16,495 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 12,784 miles

exhaust system corroded

front barke discs worn and slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2011 9,362 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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AP08 LHH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AP08 LHH, 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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AP08 LHH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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