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LM08 VLG

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,490 mi
Last recorded68,490 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 VLG
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 68,490 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi link (7.1.2)

Offside 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)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 64,341 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 61,084 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 57,663 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 53,745 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2013 49,871 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 49,871 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 43,619 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front tyres scrubbing inner treads

nearside rear tyre scrubbed on outer treads

Pass 26 Apr 2011 32,669 miles

rear wiper blade worn

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 VLG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VLG, 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 VLG registered?

LM08 VLG is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is LM08 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 VLG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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