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LM08 OBW

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Yellow Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

73,747 mi
Last recorded73,747 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OBW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 73,747 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 71,626 miles

rusty exhaust not blowing

Pass 17 Oct 2019 69,656 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 67,331 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 67,331 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 64,992 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 59,407 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 59,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 55,468 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 55,422 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 55,422 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 48,165 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 41,381 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 41,381 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 33,037 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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LM08 OBW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Yellow with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LM08 OBW, 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 LM08 OBW registered?

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

Is LM08 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 OBW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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