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2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

8,126 mi
Last recorded8,126 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Chevrolet
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 VVW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 8,126 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 8,094 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 8,076 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 8,015 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 7,780 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 7,533 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 7,172 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 6,699 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 6,055 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 5,352 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 4,219 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 3,268 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 3,268 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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LX08 VVW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LX08 VVW, 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 LX08 VVW registered?

LX08 VVW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LX08 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 VVW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX08 VVW have outstanding finance?

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