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LM57 XFS

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,753 mi
Last recorded48,753 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 XFS
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 48,753 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 46,185 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 43,851 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 41,312 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 41,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 39,098 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 37,460 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 35,863 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 33,203 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 29,839 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 26,877 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 23,928 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 20,842 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 20,842 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 18,045 miles

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

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 15,049 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 12,071 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 8,954 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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LM57 XFS is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LM57 XFS, 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 LM57 XFS registered?

LM57 XFS is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LM57 XFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 XFS shows 18 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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