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DG09 FYW

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,549 mi
Last recorded29,549 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 FYW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 29,549 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 28,468 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 26,783 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 25,136 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 24,950 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 24,407 miles

Corrosion to nearside front metal brake pipe.

offside and nearside front strut mounts worn.

Fail 24 Jul 2019 24,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Corrosion to nearside front metal brake pipe.

offside and nearside front strut mounts worn.

Pass 11 Jul 2018 23,584 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 22,848 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 21,548 miles

Nearside Front tyre surface cracks

Offside Front tyre heavy surface cracks

Fail 27 Jul 2016 21,548 miles

Nearside Front tyre surface cracks

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

Offside Front tyre heavy surface cracks

Pass 23 Jul 2015 20,666 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 19,666 miles

nearside front tyre cracking to outer tread and outer side-wall

nearside rear tyre cracking to outer tread and outer side-wall

Pass 24 Jul 2013 18,597 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 17,055 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 16,083 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 16,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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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DG09 FYW is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DG09 FYW, 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

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What year was DG09 FYW registered?

DG09 FYW is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is DG09 FYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 FYW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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