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HJ08 UFY

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

91,940 mi
Last recorded91,940 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 UFY
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 91,940 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 86,684 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer SLIGHT CORROSION TO SILL

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH REAR SHOCK'S (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 86,684 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer SLIGHT CORROSION TO SILL

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH REAR SHOCK'S (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 79,691 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension parts getting very rusty in places

Fail 7 Aug 2018 79,691 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension parts getting very rusty in places

Pass 9 Aug 2017 72,929 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2017 72,929 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 67,157 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (back to front) (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 59,298 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 49,980 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 41,210 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 33,588 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 23,824 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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HJ08 UFY 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 HJ08 UFY, 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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HJ08 UFY is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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