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GF08 LVG

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,516 mi
Last recorded51,516 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 LVG
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 51,516 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 50,899 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 50,895 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 45,020 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 45,020 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 36,852 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both headlamp aim poor condition

Fail 29 Apr 2023 36,852 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both headlamp aim poor condition

Fail 21 Apr 2023 36,566 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2022 28,272 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear tyre perished along tread base

Pass 24 Apr 2021 24,228 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect weeping oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 22,283 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 19,696 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 17,906 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 17,906 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 15,964 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 13,274 miles

mil on

Pass 22 Apr 2015 11,084 miles

engine management light on

Fail 22 Apr 2015 11,084 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

engine management light on

Pass 26 Apr 2014 9,574 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 8,508 miles

rear bumper damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2012 7,365 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 6,422 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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GF08 LVG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 GF08 LVG, 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 GF08 LVG registered?

GF08 LVG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is GF08 LVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 LVG shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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