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WF08 LXU

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,962 mi
Last recorded29,962 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 LXU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 29,962 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2026 29,959 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides os/ns (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Low reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 29,929 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides os/ns (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides os/ns (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 29,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides os/ns (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides os/ns (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 29,218 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 28,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 26,834 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 26,371 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside sill damaged

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 21,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s outer sill damaged

Pass 16 Apr 2018 18,750 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 15,466 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 15,466 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2016 12,405 miles

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

n/s/r/sill bent and corrosion appearing

ns/os/f tyre wearing on inner edges

Pass 14 Apr 2015 8,335 miles

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

rear wiper split

Pass 14 Apr 2014 5,334 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 4,357 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 3,943 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 3,598 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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WF08 LXU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WF08 LXU, 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 WF08 LXU registered?

WF08 LXU is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WF08 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 LXU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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