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BJ55 NZZ

2005 Chevrolet Matiz

Yellow Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

76,721 mi
Last recorded76,721 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz41,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 NZZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 76,721 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 73,975 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 71,585 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 68,938 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 66,636 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 65,701 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 62,043 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 57,649 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 55,255 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 May 2016 54,582 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 May 2016 54,582 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)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 46,773 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 40,916 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 35,806 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 35,806 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 29,568 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 29,568 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 21,299 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 13,644 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 7,332 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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BJ55 NZZ is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz in Yellow with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BJ55 NZZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ55 NZZ registered?

BJ55 NZZ is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is BJ55 NZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ55 NZZ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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