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BD05 RMV

2005 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

78,037 mi
Last recorded78,037 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz41,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 RMV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 78,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

handbrake travel high

sills rusty

Fail 14 Apr 2015 72,983 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

offside & nearside sills rusty

Pass 14 Apr 2015 72,983 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside & nearside sills rusty

Pass 12 Apr 2014 65,288 miles

rear exhaust bracket rusty

sills rusty

Fail 12 Apr 2014 65,288 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

rear exhaust bracket rusty

sills rusty

Fail 18 Apr 2013 56,510 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

nail in offside rear tyre

rear tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 18 Apr 2013 56,510 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

rear tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 12 Apr 2012 50,708 miles

slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 4 Apr 2012 50,529 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

foot brake brake

slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 6 Apr 2011 42,644 miles

damage n/s/r bumper

exhaust corroded

handbrake travel

Pass 20 Apr 2010 35,028 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Apr 2010 34,871 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 26,233 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/r tyre close to limit 155/65r13t

Pass 20 May 2008 23,357 miles

all tyres wearing on edges

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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BD05 RMV is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD05 RMV, 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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What year was BD05 RMV registered?

BD05 RMV is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BD05 RMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 RMV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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