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LM57 YAU

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

63,030 mi
Last recorded63,030 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 YAU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2017 63,030 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front o/s/f tyre worn on edges and getting close to limit

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 56,033 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 30 Jun 2016 56,033 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 16 Jun 2015 49,456 miles

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

Front exhaust bracket broken

Pass 1 Jul 2014 42,298 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front exhaust support bracket broken off

Fail 1 Jul 2014 42,298 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front exhaust support bracket broken off

Pass 2 Jul 2013 35,067 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 28,584 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 25,658 miles

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

slight buckle on nsf wheel

Pass 10 Jul 2010 22,609 miles

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

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 YAU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YAU, 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 LM57 YAU registered?

LM57 YAU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is LM57 YAU safe to buy?

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