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DY59 YJB

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,182 mi
Last recorded65,182 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 YJB
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 65,182 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 4 Nov 2016 65,182 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 61,757 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal near steering rack (2.3.3b)

play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 13 Oct 2014 50,953 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 41,258 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 30,895 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s wing mirror slight movement

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 12 Oct 2012 30,895 miles

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

n/s wing mirror slight movement

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

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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DY59 YJB is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DY59 YJB, 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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What year was DY59 YJB registered?

DY59 YJB is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 12 October 2009.

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