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AO09 XBT

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,198 mi
Last recorded44,198 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 XBT
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 44,198 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 38,751 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 31,750 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 23,231 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 23,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 22,113 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount... (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 21,136 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top Mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 19,877 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 18,105 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 18,103 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 15,724 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 15,716 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 30 Jan 2017 13,833 miles

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Feb 2016 12,159 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 9,884 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 8,093 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 6,124 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 4,094 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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AO09 XBT is a 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 36,213 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 AO09 XBT, 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 17 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO09 XBT registered?

AO09 XBT is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 May 2009.

Is AO09 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO09 XBT 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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