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EF59 DFV

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

55,631 mi
Last recorded55,631 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF59 DFV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 55,631 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 55,591 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 50,469 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 50,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2019 43,743 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement topmount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 43,727 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement topmount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 36,365 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 30,141 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Dec 2015 26,881 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2015 26,881 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 22 Dec 2014 22,586 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 18,120 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 14,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear wiper blade split.

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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EF59 DFV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EF59 DFV, 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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EF59 DFV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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