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Chevrolet Matiz

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 995 cc

S40 NKGMOT history

S40 NKG is a silver petrol Chevrolet Matiz first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 60,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
60,699 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 NKG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Matiz
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 NKG was last recorded at 60,699 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,595 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
3,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,699 miles
  • 2024 – 57,356 miles
  • 2023 – 51,289 miles
  • 2022 – 45,185 miles
  • 2021 – 43,861 miles
  • 2020 – 43,525 miles
  • 2019 – 41,605 miles
  • 2018 – 38,449 miles
  • 2017 – 34,843 miles
  • 2016 – 31,246 miles
  • 2015 – 28,411 miles
  • 2014 – 25,416 miles
  • 2013 – 22,273 miles
  • 2012 – 18,902 miles
  • 2011 – 15,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,699 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases porous (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel corrosion (6.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear corrosion wheel arch

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,699 miles (+104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    60,699 miles
    Test number
    549737499025
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases porous (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel corrosion (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail60,595 miles (+60)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,595 miles
    Test number
    783567665678
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible cracked (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases porous (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel corrosion (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail60,535 miles (+3,179)1 dangerous4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,535 miles
    Test number
    571199410173
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion wheel arch
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass57,356 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    437305216573
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion wheel arch

  5. Fail57,356 miles (+6,067)5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    280684679185
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion wheel arch

  6. Pass51,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    51,289 miles
    Test number
    386714895915
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail51,289 miles (+6,104)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,289 miles
    Test number
    877926206618
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass45,185 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    45,185 miles
    Test number
    695066191557
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriated

  9. Pass45,134 miles (+1,273)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    45,134 miles
    Test number
    505507560368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,861 miles (+336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    43,861 miles
    Test number
    904318887217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  11. Pass43,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    43,525 miles
    Test number
    195856866275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,525 miles (+1,920)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,525 miles
    Test number
    366328557797
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass41,605 miles (+3,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    41,605 miles
    Test number
    276438870638
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass38,449 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    38,449 miles
    Test number
    302162880826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail38,441 miles (+3,598)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,441 miles
    Test number
    299543807780
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass34,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    34,843 miles
    Test number
    705832261134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn inner edge

  17. Fail34,843 miles (+3,597)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,843 miles
    Test number
    953668536294
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn inner edge

  18. Pass31,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    31,246 miles
    Test number
    702664714814
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch siezed

  19. Fail31,246 miles (+2,835)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,246 miles
    Test number
    951323778302
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch siezed

  20. Pass28,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    28,411 miles
    Test number
    329860635093
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail28,411 miles (+2,995)5 dangerous1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,411 miles
    Test number
    138056425059
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • DangerousOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • DangerousRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass25,416 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    25,416 miles
    Test number
    175351844060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting broken

  23. Fail25,416 miles (+3,143)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,416 miles
    Test number
    169891544025
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting broken

  24. Pass22,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    22,273 miles
    Test number
    247910033043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,273 miles (+3,371)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,273 miles
    Test number
    866020333009
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  26. Pass18,902 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    18,902 miles
    Test number
    849374732003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,166 miles
    Test number
    157439931422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 NKG

Does S40 NKG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 NKG is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S40 NKG?
The MOT on S40 NKG is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 NKG done?
S40 NKG was recorded at 60,699 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 3,074 miles a year.
Has S40 NKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 NKG has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 NKG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S40 NKG find?
S40 NKG passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases porous; nearside rear body not fully secure wheel corrosion; rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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