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BJ05 UWS

2005 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

66,610 mi
Last recorded66,610 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz41,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 UWS
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 66,610 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 66,610 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 52,789 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front top mount has slight play

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

Pass 1 May 2024 37,348 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Rear Coil spring corroded Both

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

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c)) Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both

Pass 20 Apr 2023 33,584 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 33,584 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 May 2022 33,060 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 32,071 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2020 31,184 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 31,169 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 29,512 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 27,108 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 27,108 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2017 24,947 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 22,949 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 20,916 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 18,933 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 17,091 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 15,161 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 12,928 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 10,652 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 8,560 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 6,487 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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BJ05 UWS is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BJ05 UWS, 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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BJ05 UWS is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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