2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 1.6L Petrol · LP08 EXS
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 51,348 miles. MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET LACETTI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,348 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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LP08 EXS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2026
- 51,348 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LP08 EXS 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 (LP08 EXS) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 April 2026 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: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm large flat spot (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
LP08 EXS Mileage History
- 05/04/202440,550 mi
- 17/04/202546,240 mi+5,690 mi
- 17/04/202546,242 mi+2 mi
- 21/04/202651,347 mi+5,105 mi
- 24/04/202651,348 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,266 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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