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AK55 YMV

2005 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

43,651 mi
Last recorded43,651 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz41,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 YMV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 43,651 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 43,429 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 37,202 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 36,104 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 35,165 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 34,168 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 32,503 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 30,977 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 30,977 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2017 29,282 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 27,391 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 26,221 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 24,776 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 24,776 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 May 2013 22,988 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 21,690 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Childs seat in front passenger seat in line with airbag

Fail 2 May 2012 21,689 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Childs seat in front passenger seat in line with airbag

Pass 22 Oct 2010 19,424 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 18,061 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 18,060 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 15,962 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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AK55 YMV is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 41,260 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 AK55 YMV, 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 21 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK55 YMV is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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