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AP06 UKU

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

51,384 mi
Last recorded51,384 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP06 UKU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 51,384 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front SHOCK ABSORBER CORRODED

Offside Front LOWER ARM CORRODED

Offside Front SHOCK ABSORBER CORRODED

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 46,663 miles

Nearside Front shock corroded

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

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2024 46,663 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock corroded

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 41,266 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 38,817 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2022 38,817 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 37,888 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 36,488 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 34,113 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 34,111 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 33,345 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 31,986 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 30,017 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 30,017 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 28,691 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 27,262 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 24,334 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 24,334 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 20,762 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 22 Mar 2010 17,179 miles

nearside rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 23 Jul 2009 14,558 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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AP06 UKU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 39,000 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 AP06 UKU, 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 20 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AP06 UKU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 July 2006.

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