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LD08 NXW

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

19,665 mi
Last recorded19,665 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 NXW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 19,665 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2026 19,649 miles

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Space saver spare wheel on vehicle (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 18,684 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 17,509 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 16,350 miles

Gearbox seal has slight seepage, leak

Offside Front Brake disc discoloured (overheated)

Slight noise noted on rear brake operation

Fail 31 Mar 2023 16,350 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Steered wheels (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Gearbox seal has slight seepage, leak

Offside Front Brake disc discoloured (overheated)

Slight noise noted on rear brake operation

Pass 28 Mar 2022 15,223 miles

Slight gearbox oil seepage noted

Under body corrosion noted several areas

Fail 28 Mar 2022 15,223 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Under body corrosion noted several areas

Nearside Front 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))

Slight gearbox oil seepage noted

Windscreen wiper blade defective All (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 14,350 miles

Some surface corrosion on underbody, brake, steering & suspension parts noted

Fail 29 Mar 2021 14,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 13,845 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 12,794 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 12,794 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 11,796 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 10,841 miles

Front both tyre valves perished

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 9,960 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 8,969 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 8,170 miles

rear brakes binding and squeeling

Pass 28 Mar 2013 6,976 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 5,721 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 4,517 miles

Oil leak

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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LD08 NXW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LD08 NXW, 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 LD08 NXW registered?

LD08 NXW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for LD08 NXW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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