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BN57 HBJ

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

81,624 mi
Last recorded81,624 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 HBJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 81,624 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases patched with metal and wire ,unable to fully assess condition (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn on outer raised tread areas (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near hose union (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near hose union /inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near hose union (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive general leaks sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2026 81,625 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure support bracket detached (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases patched with metal and wire ,unable to fully assess condition (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn on outer raised tread areas (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near hose union (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near hose union /inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near hose union (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive general leaks sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2025 79,020 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front down pipe repair (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 74,236 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 70,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 64,404 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at and near hose union (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at and near hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 64,402 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at and near hose union (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at and near hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 55,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 51,085 miles

Front exhaust mount snapped

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 51,085 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front exhaust mount snapped

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 48,563 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 48,553 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 43,707 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 37,032 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 31,064 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 24,554 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 19,626 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 15,941 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 11,928 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 6,808 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 2,461 miles

front wiper blades smearing

nsr wheel rim damaged

slight damage nsf tyre outer side wall

slight play osf wheel bearing

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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BN57 HBJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 BN57 HBJ, 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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BN57 HBJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 September 2007.

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