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EX06 YCN

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,198 mi
Last recorded58,198 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX06 YCN
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 58,198 miles

Offside Front top mount has slight play

Pass 4 Dec 2024 55,414 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 52,754 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 52,747 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 50,506 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 48,097 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 45,919 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 45,135 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 41,812 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 39,826 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 37,710 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 18 Mar 2016 28,978 miles

Rear Lower engine mount bush deteriorating

slight play in both steering arm's

Fail 18 Mar 2016 28,978 miles

Rear Lower engine mount bush deteriorating

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in both steering arm's

Fail 16 Mar 2015 22,644 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 22,644 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 21,168 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres perished

fuel filter corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2014 21,168 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres perished

fuel filter corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2013 18,402 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 15,722 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,047 miles

Advise tracking.

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 9,914 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 7,069 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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EX06 YCN is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EX06 YCN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX06 YCN registered?

EX06 YCN is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 11 March 2006.

Is EX06 YCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX06 YCN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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