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AP08 SXF

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,898 mi
Last recorded32,898 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SXF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 32,898 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 15 Apr 2024 30,194 miles

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

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

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

Pass 3 May 2023 28,796 miles

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

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 9 May 2022 28,003 miles

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2021 26,891 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 25,374 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 24,159 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 24,159 miles

Brake performance not tested OSR drum jammed on RBT (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 23,073 miles

rear tyres cracked and perishing

Fail 19 Jan 2018 23,073 miles

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

rear tyres cracked and perishing

Pass 16 Jan 2017 21,363 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 19,614 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 17,419 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 15,052 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Pass 15 Jan 2013 12,410 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 9,131 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 7,431 miles

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

offside drivers mirror insecure(not enough to affect drivers view)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 7,431 miles

offside drivers mirror insecure(not enough to affect drivers view)

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 SXF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SXF, 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 SXF registered?

AP08 SXF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is AP08 SXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 SXF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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