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EK59 VVJ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

50,842 mi
Last recorded50,842 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 VVJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 50,842 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Slight play in both front top mounts (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 48,723 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 46,708 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 44,773 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 44,773 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 42,969 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 41,805 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 38,992 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 38,992 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 23,013 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres starting to wear low and perish

Pass 12 Oct 2017 18,579 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 18,579 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 15,627 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 13,618 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 10,752 miles

both front tyres getting low on the inner and outer edges

slight side wall damage near side rear tyre

Pass 10 Oct 2013 7,438 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 6,185 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 VVJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VVJ, 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 VVJ registered?

EK59 VVJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is EK59 VVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK59 VVJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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