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BJ55 OAC

2005 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,530 mi
Last recorded35,530 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz41,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 OAC
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 35,530 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 33,783 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 32,646 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 31,605 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 31,605 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 30,789 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 29,749 miles

exhaust bracket brocken but exhaust secure

Pass 8 Nov 2014 28,277 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 26,932 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 25,792 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 24,753 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 23,626 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 19,770 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 15,527 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 OAC 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 92.9%.

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 OAC, 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 OAC registered?

BJ55 OAC is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 5 November 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ55 OAC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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