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BL57 FSC

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

62,159 mi
Last recorded62,159 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 FSC
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 62,159 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 62,159 miles

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

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 56,327 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

both front shock absorber casins corroded

Fail 22 Nov 2018 56,327 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

both front shock absorber casins corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2017 54,678 miles

Nearside Rear brake "slight" bind

Fail 18 Dec 2017 54,678 miles

Nearside Rear brake "slight" bind

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 48,765 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 48,765 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs pick up ring (3.4.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 41,726 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine mill lamp on

Fail 19 Jan 2016 41,723 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported pipe (7.1.1)

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

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine mill lamp on

Pass 28 Jan 2015 31,723 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 31,723 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 24,541 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 16,690 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 12,554 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 10,236 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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BL57 FSC is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2007 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 39,823 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 BL57 FSC, 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 19 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BL57 FSC is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 November 2007.

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