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LM08 XSE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,806 mi
Last recorded29,806 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 XSE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 29,806 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 May 2017 24,407 miles

Nearside Rear tyre splitting heavily

Offside Rear tyre splitting

both rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 23 May 2017 24,407 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear tyre splitting heavily

Offside Rear tyre splitting

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 9 May 2016 17,754 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

fuel filter corroded

Pass 21 May 2015 16,667 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 16,667 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 14,033 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)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight misting of oil around n/s steering boot

wipers slight smear

Pass 5 May 2011 11,867 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 XSE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XSE, 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 XSE registered?

LM08 XSE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 4 May 2008.

Is LM08 XSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 XSE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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