CarVerify

Free Car Check

BN59 RZW

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,023 mi
Last recorded36,023 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Chevrolet
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 RZW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 36,023 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced both nearside/offside rubber bush cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside/offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

various components corroded

Fail 25 Aug 2026 36,022 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced both nearside/offside rubber bush cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside/offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

various components corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2025 35,000 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 34,256 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 33,067 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 31,477 miles

both front abs rings corroded

Fail 11 Aug 2022 31,477 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

both front abs rings corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2021 30,423 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 29,124 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 27,536 miles

Front exhaust flex cracked and mount missing

Number plates deteriorating

Pass 1 Aug 2018 25,120 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 25,120 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 23,605 miles

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

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

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 10 Aug 2016 21,050 miles

Front exhaust flexi pipe corroded

both rear tyres perished & cracked

Pass 13 Aug 2015 19,213 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 16,998 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 13,983 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 10,660 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
Full Chevrolet Matiz reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BN59 RZW is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BN59 RZW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN59 RZW?

You can check the full history of BN59 RZW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BN59 RZW registered?

BN59 RZW is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is BN59 RZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 RZW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN59 RZW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BN59 RZW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.