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AP08 SWO

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,466 mi
Last recorded72,466 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SWO
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 72,466 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 72,353 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 71,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 71,017 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 68,688 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 68,687 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 67,052 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 40,853 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 40,853 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 19,899 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 17,139 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 14,575 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 9,094 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 SWO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AP08 SWO, 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 AP08 SWO registered?

AP08 SWO is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AP08 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 SWO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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