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EA59 SWK

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,164 mi
Last recorded74,164 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA59 SWK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 74,164 miles

Airbag warning light appears to be partially lit, further investigation req.

Both front brake discs in poor condition

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2018 73,989 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust leaking at flexible pipe/centre section (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both front brake discs in poor condition

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 65,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rears (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 65,808 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rears (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 60,844 miles

front exhaust flexy has slight corosion

Fail 6 Nov 2014 56,758 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 56,758 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 50,878 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 36,459 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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EA59 SWK is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EA59 SWK, 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 EA59 SWK registered?

EA59 SWK is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 16 November 2009.

Is EA59 SWK safe to buy?

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