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BN57 JVK

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Yellow Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

74,423 mi
Last recorded74,423 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 JVK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 74,423 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2018 74,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 69,960 miles

Nearside Front tyre has damage/flat spot

Oil leak sump ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Oct 2017 69,960 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre has damage/flat spot

Oil leak sump ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 63,822 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

advise engine light faults on dash

Fail 2 Sep 2016 63,705 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer shape (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven os,ns (3.7.B.2)

advise engine light faults on dash

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 53,890 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2015 53,890 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 41,029 miles

EML LIGHT ON

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

Fuel filter corroded

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

O/s/r tyre cracked (no cords showing at time of test)

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

Wiper blades smearing the screen slightly

Fail 30 Aug 2014 41,029 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

EML LIGHT ON

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

Fuel filter corroded

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

O/s/r tyre cracked (no cords showing at time of test)

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

Wiper blades smearing the screen slightly

Pass 2 Sep 2013 26,559 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 26,559 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 24,173 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 19,281 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 14,320 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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BN57 JVK is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Yellow with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BN57 JVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN57 JVK registered?

BN57 JVK is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 26 September 2007.

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