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LM08 OCE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

120,066 mi
Last recorded120,066 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OCE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 120,066 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 120,066 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 108,809 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 108,809 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 95,478 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 82,184 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 82,184 miles

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested grabbing (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 70,580 miles

slight oil leak from sump/corrosion on surface

Pass 15 Apr 2015 59,436 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 59,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 46,941 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 41,017 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 40,979 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2012 31,113 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 31,113 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 28,068 miles

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

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

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 OCE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 OCE, 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 OCE registered?

LM08 OCE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 3 May 2008.

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