Daewoo Matiz Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daewoo Matiz reliable? We analysed 724,041 real MOT tests across 61,622 vehicles to find out.
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The Daewoo Matiz is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daewoo Matiz.
Daewoo Matiz Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daewoo Matiz. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daewoo Matiz MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daewoo Matiz to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daewoo Matiz Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daewoo Matiz fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daewoo Matiz Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daewoo Matiz owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daewoo Matiz MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daewoo Matiz year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 8,431 | 69.7% | 24,949 | 39,913 | 58,241 |
| 2004 | 94,698 | 68.6% | 26,127 | 41,055 | 59,038 |
| 2003 | 73,212 | 68.2% | 25,986 | 40,064 | 56,829 |
| 2002 | 110,568 | 67.1% | 29,731 | 43,571 | 59,837 |
| 2001 | 123,665 | 66.8% | 33,100 | 47,393 | 63,689 |
| 2000 | 176,930 | 64.0% | 37,604 | 51,235 | 66,592 |
| 1999 | 111,769 | 63.4% | 39,738 | 53,325 | 68,375 |
| 1998 | 24,635 | 61.9% | 42,672 | 56,627 | 72,236 |
How Long Does a Daewoo Matiz Last?
Based on 61,622 Daewoo Matiz vehicles on UK roads.
Daewoo Matiz Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daewoo Matiz MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Daewoo Matiz
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.7% MOT pass rate from 8,431 tests
61.9% MOT pass rate from 24,635 tests
The best year to buy a used Daewoo Matiz is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.7% across 8,431 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daewoo Matiz Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daewoo Matiz THIS CAR | 65.9% | 724,041 | 47,634 mi | 28 yrs |
| Daewoo Lanos | 67.4% | 343,953 | 59,771 mi | 29 yrs |
| Daewoo Kalos | 69.7% | 139,896 | 49,806 mi | 23 yrs |
| Daewoo Nubira | 64.4% | 130,499 | 61,516 mi | 29 yrs |
| Volkswagen Caravelle | 71.2% | 422,168 | 107,704 mi | 43 yrs |
Compared to the Daewoo Lanos (67.4% pass rate) and the Daewoo Kalos (69.7% pass rate), the Daewoo Matiz trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daewoo Matiz has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.9% across 724,041 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daewoo Matiz are brake pipe excessively corroded (62,507 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (41,166), and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (27,842). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Daewoo Matiz owner drives around 3,889 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Daewoo Matiz models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.