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BJ56 FWV

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,385 mi
Last recorded69,385 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 FWV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 69,385 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight underbody corrotion to underside

Pass 23 Nov 2016 61,997 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 61,997 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 57,128 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 48,628 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2013 39,924 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 39,924 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 31,525 miles

exhaust bracking broken(exhaust still surcure)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 24,874 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 22,405 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 19,845 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 19,845 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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BJ56 FWV is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 39,000 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 BJ56 FWV, 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 20 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ56 FWV registered?

BJ56 FWV is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is BJ56 FWV safe to buy?

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