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LN08 VDL

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,021 mi
Last recorded79,021 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 VDL
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 79,021 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front exhaust flexi coroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm+ (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 75,468 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 71,348 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 67,983 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack. (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3-4mm and worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3-4mm and worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 64,568 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 61,522 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 60,238 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 60,238 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 56,315 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 51,181 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 46,435 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 41,825 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 38,073 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 38,073 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 33,861 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 29,462 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 23,754 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 18,935 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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LN08 VDL is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc 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 LN08 VDL, 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 LN08 VDL registered?

LN08 VDL is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is LN08 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 VDL 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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