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LN08 VDR

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,785 mi
Last recorded24,785 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 VDR
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 24,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 24,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Feb 2026 24,781 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 24,321 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 23,865 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 23,351 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 23,351 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 22,762 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 22,282 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 22,282 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 21,935 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 19,378 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 17,446 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edgs

Pass 6 Mar 2017 15,941 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 14,121 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 10,896 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 9,531 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 8,619 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 7,885 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 7,205 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 VDR is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VDR, 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 VDR registered?

LN08 VDR is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is LN08 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 VDR shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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