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AP08 SXD

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,994 mi
Last recorded62,994 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SXD
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 62,994 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 3 Oct 2017 62,994 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak sump badly corroded ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 56,065 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 47,978 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Fail 15 Oct 2015 47,978 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 39,279 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 39,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 30,457 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s/r tyre perished on outer side wall

Fail 14 Oct 2013 30,457 miles

Brake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/r tyre perished on outer side wall

Pass 18 Oct 2012 20,946 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 12,275 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 11,553 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

o/s wiper blade starting to split

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 SXD is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SXD, 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 AP08 SXD registered?

AP08 SXD is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 10 July 2008.

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