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EK56 TCX

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

51,155 mi
Last recorded51,155 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 TCX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2022 51,155 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 47,427 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 47,427 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 42,327 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 37,926 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 37,894 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 33,120 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 28,894 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 27,033 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 27,033 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 25,600 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 25,600 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 23,573 miles

Both front tyres perished

Pass 13 Sep 2013 21,240 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 18,734 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 15,850 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 15,850 miles

Centre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

offside front tyre wall cut

deep cut to nearside rear tyre tread

nearside front tyre worn ( ON LIMIT NOW )

rear tyre tread area aged / cracked

Pass 14 Sep 2010 13,032 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 9,346 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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EK56 TCX is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 39,000 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 EK56 TCX, 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 20 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EK56 TCX registered?

EK56 TCX is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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