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DY59 YMK

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,068 mi
Last recorded29,068 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 YMK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 29,068 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 28,544 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 28,544 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 27,786 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 26,643 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 25,615 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 24,781 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 23,907 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 23,004 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 22,173 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2.5mm and bold on edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2.5mm and wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 21,272 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 19,902 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 18,638 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 17,406 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 17,406 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 16,133 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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DY59 YMK is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DY59 YMK, 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 DY59 YMK registered?

DY59 YMK is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 7 October 2009.

Is DY59 YMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 YMK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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