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DV09 NBJ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,184 mi
Last recorded41,184 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 NBJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 41,184 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair off side front brake was not working , after testing brakes a couple of times then started to work, strongly recommend a brake inspection , benefit of doubt given (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair brake imbalance was very high, improved once off side front brake started to work (1.2.1 (c))

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Fail 14 Aug 2020 41,184 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair off side front brake was not working , after testing brakes a couple of times then started to work, strongly recommend a brake inspection , benefit of doubt given (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair brake imbalance was very high, improved once off side front brake started to work (1.2.1 (c))

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

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Pass 6 Aug 2019 40,897 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 39,578 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 38,827 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 38,121 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 38,116 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake application uneven low (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 32,937 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 28,546 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 23,142 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 18,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 1 May 2012 18,940 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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DV09 NBJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DV09 NBJ, 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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DV09 NBJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 May 2009.

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