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LM08 OTH

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,779 mi
Last recorded41,779 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OTH
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 41,779 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

OSR tyre feathering on outer edge & tread cracking

Fail 23 Jun 2017 41,779 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

OSR tyre feathering on outer edge & tread cracking

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 37,376 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 37,376 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 35,329 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 35,329 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 35,245 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 35,245 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 33,945 miles

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

advise front exhaust mounting broken (part of exhaust) but exhaust still adequetly supported

Fail 27 Jun 2013 33,945 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

advise front exhaust mounting broken (part of exhaust) but exhaust still adequetly supported

Pass 21 Jun 2012 32,384 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2012 32,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 30,838 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 30,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Offside Rear 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 OTH is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 OTH, 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 OTH registered?

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

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