2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 1.6L Petrol · LM08 AWR
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 119,848 miles. MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET LACETTI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,848 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LM08 AWR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2025
- 119,848 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LM08 AWR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (LM08 AWR) between October 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly red”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
LM08 AWR Mileage History
- 12/10/2022107,895 mi
- 14/02/2024114,656 mi+6,761 mi
- 19/02/2024114,689 mi+33 mi
- 12/03/2025119,795 mi+5,106 mi
- 26/03/2025119,848 mi+53 mi
Average of roughly 4,871 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the vehicle
Prioritise a thorough inspection of the chassis and underbody. The March 2025 failure for corrosion to the inner integral body structure is a serious point; you should verify the quality of the repair and check for further rust in the sills and wheel arches. Ensure you have documentation for the work carried out to rectify the structural rigidity issues.
Negotiate the price based on the age of the vehicle and the history of structural failure. Request a full service history to see if the mechanical failures, such as the suspension ball joints and track rod ends, were precursors to a lack of preventative maintenance.
As a 1.6L petrol model from 2008, this Lacetti will have moderate fuel costs, though it lacks the efficiency of modern engines. It will fall into a standard tax bracket for its age and engine size, and insurance groups for this model are typically low, making it affordable to insure.
Maintenance costs are likely to be higher than average for a car of this age due to the evident susceptibility to corrosion and wear on suspension components. Expected annual running costs, including fuel, tax, insurance, and necessary repairs, are estimated between £1,200 and £1,500.
Carefully inspect the offside rear inner sill area where significant corrosion was recorded in March 2025. Use a torch to check for poor-quality welds or filler used to mask rust. Also, examine the brake lines throughout the vehicle, as a leaking hydraulic brake pipe was recorded as a failure in February 2024.
Check the front suspension for any signs of premature wear or noise, specifically the nearside front suspension arm ball joint and offside front track rod end, both of which required replacement in early 2025. Finally, check for any fluid leaks around the engine bay given the vehicle's mileage of nearly 120,000 miles.
This silver 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 1.6L petrol has recorded 119,848 miles as of its last MOT. The vehicle's history is marked by failures involving critical safety components, including a leaking brake pipe in 2024 and significant structural corrosion to the inner sills in 2025. While these issues were addressed to pass the MOT, they indicate a vehicle prone to age-related degradation.
No aggregate reliability data is available for the Chevrolet Lacetti to provide a model-wide benchmark.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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