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BG57 HBJ

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

46,175 mi
Last recorded46,175 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 HBJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 46,175 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 44,143 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 42,094 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 42,094 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front no aim due to headlamp lenses misted (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 40,890 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 39,652 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 38,149 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod end ball joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 36,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 34,705 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 33,102 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 33,102 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 31,543 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 29,253 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 26,660 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 26,660 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre perishing and 1.6mm on edges

Pass 3 Sep 2014 22,679 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 18,288 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 18,288 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 12,065 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 8,135 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 8,135 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 5,281 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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BG57 HBJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2007 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 39,823 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 BG57 HBJ, 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 19 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG57 HBJ registered?

BG57 HBJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is BG57 HBJ safe to buy?

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