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LM58 HBJ

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,594 mi
Last recorded42,594 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 HBJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 42,594 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 41,178 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 39,573 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 37,942 miles

Front both tyre has cracked on the tread wall

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear both tyre has cracked on the tread wall

Fail 6 Feb 2023 37,942 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front both tyre has cracked on the tread wall

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear both tyre has cracked on the tread wall

Pass 28 Jan 2022 36,949 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter has seepage

Pass 16 Feb 2021 36,038 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 35,415 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 33,004 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 31,296 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 29,633 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 27,281 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 25,261 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 23,459 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 21,054 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 89,571 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,939 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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LM58 HBJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LM58 HBJ, 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 LM58 HBJ registered?

LM58 HBJ is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is LM58 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM58 HBJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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