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LC08 ETK

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Yellow Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,309 mi
Last recorded53,309 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 ETK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 53,309 miles

wear edges both n/s tyres 165/65/13

Fail 24 Feb 2017 53,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

wear edges both n/s tyres 165/65/13

Fail 20 Jan 2017 53,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

both nearside tyres worn on edges 165/65/13

Pass 6 Jan 2016 46,026 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit just legal 165/65/13 (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise brake check

nail n/s rear tyre

Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,386 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 26,491 miles

front brake discs worn thin

front brake pads worn thin

Pass 15 Jun 2012 20,842 miles

both front tyres wearing low on tread

nearside rear tyre deteriorated and worn low

Fail 1 Jul 2011 17,748 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 17,748 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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LC08 ETK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Yellow with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 LC08 ETK, 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 LC08 ETK registered?

LC08 ETK is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is LC08 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 ETK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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