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BK59 WSJ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

52,003 mi
Last recorded52,003 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 WSJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2021 52,003 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 42,360 miles

Items removed from drivers view

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight distortion (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle’s internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Sep 2020 42,360 miles

Items removed from drivers view

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight distortion (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle’s internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Sep 2019 37,096 miles

Items removed from drivers view

Fail 23 Sep 2019 37,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tread depth does not meet 1.6 mm over central 3/4 width (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tread depth does not meet 1.6 mm over central 3/4 width (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from drivers view

Pass 25 Sep 2018 31,915 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 28,977 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 25,233 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 25,233 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 22,711 miles

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

Items removed from driver’s view prior to test

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack with age

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Vehicle’s internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 24 Sep 2015 22,635 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle slow to respond,in excess 30% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Items removed from driver’s view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack with age

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle’s internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Sep 2014 20,241 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 17,212 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 17,212 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 14,534 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 14,484 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Outer Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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BK59 WSJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 36,213 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK59 WSJ, 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 17 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BK59 WSJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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