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LM08 XTE

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,502 mi
Last recorded48,502 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 XTE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 48,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly reduced output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 37,437 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 37,437 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 31,838 miles

nearside and offside headlamp lenses worn/slightly reduced output

Pass 8 Aug 2022 31,598 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 31,598 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 27,659 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 27,550 miles

rear tyres outer sidewalls are slightly perished and starting to crack

Pass 5 Mar 2019 25,919 miles

both rear tyres are cracking around the outer and inner sidewalls

Pass 10 Feb 2018 24,465 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 23,053 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 21,317 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 19,176 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 17,665 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 16,292 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 13,863 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 XTE is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM08 XTE registered?

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

Is LM08 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 XTE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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