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LM08 OSE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,801 mi
Last recorded64,801 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OSE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 64,801 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 61,019 miles

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

Offside Front fog u/s

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. *strong advise* (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2024 61,015 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front fog u/s

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. *strong advise* (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 55,690 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 55,690 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 51,446 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 47,295 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 45,247 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 45,234 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 45,227 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 44,032 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 42,217 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 40,778 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 39,853 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 38,631 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 37,452 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 36,291 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,747 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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 OSE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OSE, 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 OSE registered?

LM08 OSE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is LM08 OSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 OSE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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