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LM08 XSF

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

74,048 mi
Last recorded74,048 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 XSF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 74,048 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 73,981 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 68,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 58,098 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 51,682 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 51,460 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 50,820 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 May 2018 50,210 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 48,696 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 47,705 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 45,490 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 42,262 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 May 2013 38,504 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2012 36,356 miles

1) tyres 155 65 13 2) wheel trims fitted

Pass 6 May 2011 30,790 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front wipers smear screen slightly

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 XSF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 XSF, 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 XSF registered?

LM08 XSF is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 5 May 2008.

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