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DV57 FMJ

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Yellow Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,862 mi
Last recorded35,862 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV57 FMJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 35,862 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 35,861 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 33,998 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 31,834 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 30,082 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 28,897 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 28,380 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 27,624 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 26,473 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 24,707 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 22,155 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 18,876 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 16,815 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 14,566 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 13,149 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 12,226 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 12,226 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 11,050 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 9,524 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 9,524 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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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DV57 FMJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Yellow with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2007 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 39,823 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 DV57 FMJ, 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 19 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 DV57 FMJ registered?

DV57 FMJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is DV57 FMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV57 FMJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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