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EK59 NYV

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,681 mi
Last recorded66,681 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 NYV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 66,681 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

front flexi section of exhaust deteriorated

offside rear outer door handle damaged but still functions

Pass 27 Feb 2025 45,093 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of nearside front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of offside front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

front exhaust flexi joint deteriorating

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 23 Feb 2024 44,375 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 44,372 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 40,581 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 36,696 miles

Nearside Rear nearside rear tyre cracks in tread not down to cords

Fail 18 Oct 2021 36,695 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear nearside rear tyre cracks in tread not down to cords

Pass 22 Oct 2020 33,202 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 29,592 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 22,788 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 22,788 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 17,240 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2017 17,240 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 8,615 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 7,792 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 6,600 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 5,398 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 4,023 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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EK59 NYV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EK59 NYV, 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 EK59 NYV registered?

EK59 NYV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 20 October 2009.

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