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BT59 CZA

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

59,876 mi
Last recorded59,876 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT59 CZA
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 59,876 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

under body corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2024 57,388 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2024 57,386 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Top mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 52,542 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 47,401 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 47,398 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged main (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged main (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 43,577 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 40,123 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 40,123 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 38,164 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipe feeding nearside rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipe feeding offside rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 38,008 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged relucter ring on drive shaft split (1.6 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipe feeding nearside rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipe feeding offside rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 35,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2018 35,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 32,691 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 28,858 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 25,030 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 21,855 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 19,067 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 16,447 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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BT59 CZA is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BT59 CZA, 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.

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BT59 CZA is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 23 December 2009.

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