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BL55 FVK

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Yellow Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

53,121 mi
Last recorded53,121 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 FVK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 53,121 miles

Nearside Front sill dented

Nearside Rear axle bush splitting

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 51,282 miles

n/s/r shock absorber top bush slight worn.

n/s/r trailing arm bush debonding.

o/s/r shock absorber top bush is slightly worn.

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing.

Fail 27 Apr 2016 51,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/r shock absorber top bush slight worn.

n/s/r trailing arm bush debonding.

o/s/r shock absorber top bush is slightly worn.

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing.

Pass 30 Apr 2015 47,847 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

eml light on.

n/s/f wheel has damage to outer rim.

slight play at o/s/f wheel track rod/tiebar?

Fail 29 Apr 2015 47,847 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

eml light on.

n/s/f wheel has damage to outer rim.

slight play at o/s/f wheel track rod/tiebar?

Pass 6 May 2014 40,900 miles

slight drag n/s/r/brake

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

engine oil level low top up

n/s/sill dented

Fail 6 May 2014 40,900 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

engine oil level low top up

n/s/sill dented

slight drag n/s/r/brake

Pass 4 May 2013 34,490 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

offside front wheel arch plastic damaged

Pass 30 Apr 2012 28,365 miles

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

n/s/sill damaged

Fail 30 Apr 2012 28,365 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

n/s/sill damaged

Pass 21 Feb 2011 21,937 miles

Oil leak

dent in nearside sill

front tyres on wear bars

rear tyres sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 29 Oct 2009 13,550 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 8,215 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 7 Nov 2008 8,215 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

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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BL55 FVK is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Yellow with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 BL55 FVK, 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 BL55 FVK registered?

BL55 FVK is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 January 2006.

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