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DV09 XAM

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

63,139 mi
Last recorded63,139 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 XAM
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 63,139 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 63,139 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 57,871 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 May 2019 57,870 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjuster broken (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 May 2018 55,722 miles

Front exhaust hanger detached, but system still supported

Fail 22 May 2018 55,722 miles

Front exhaust hanger detached, but system still supported

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 50,831 miles

Front brake application just in passable limits

Front exhaust hanger detached, but system still supported

Pass 11 May 2016 44,360 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 May 2016 44,360 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2015 40,816 miles

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

front exhaust mount broken off

Fail 13 May 2015 40,816 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front exhaust mount broken off

Pass 29 May 2014 35,291 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 35,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2013 30,166 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 25,435 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 25,435 miles

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

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

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 XAM is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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

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