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EX09 HKU

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Yellow Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,981 mi
Last recorded45,981 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 HKU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 45,981 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2025 45,972 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 45,732 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2025 45,666 miles

Central Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 41,295 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 38,189 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 37,705 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 37,705 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2021 36,897 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 36,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 34,773 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 31,896 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 28,833 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 27,166 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 23,642 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

exhaust corroding

fuel filter corroding

wheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

Fail 4 Apr 2015 23,568 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

exhaust corroding

fuel filter corroding

wheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

Pass 4 Apr 2014 19,491 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 14,996 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 14,996 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 10,936 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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EX09 HKU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Yellow with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX09 HKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX09 HKU registered?

EX09 HKU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is EX09 HKU safe to buy?

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