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LM08 OBT

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

58,493 mi
Last recorded58,493 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OBT
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 58,493 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 18 Feb 2016 58,493 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 47,512 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front exhaust mounting insecure

osf wiper juddering

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jan 2015 47,248 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front exhaust mounting insecure

osf wiper juddering

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2013 35,802 miles

nsf osf tyre worn on inner shoulders

Pass 3 Sep 2012 22,853 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 15,314 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 13 Sep 2011 15,314 miles

front tyres worn on edges

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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LM08 OBT is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LM08 OBT, 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 LM08 OBT registered?

LM08 OBT is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is LM08 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 OBT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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